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Wake (First 25,000 words)

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Format:
Book
Author/Creator:
Sawyer, Robert J., 1960-
Language:
English
Physical Description:
1 online resource : multiple file formats
Place of Publication:
Salt Lake City, UT : Project Gutenberg,
Summary:
"Wake (First 25,000 words)" by Robert J. Sawyer is a science fiction novel that was likely written in the early 21st century. The book explores themes related to consciousness and the impact of technology on human experience, delving into the boundaries between the virtual and real worlds. In this initial portion of the novel, Sawyer introduces readers to the concept of artificial intelligence and its implications for society. The story centers around a main character who becomes entangled in the awakening of a new form of consciousness, prompting profound questions about identity, existence, and the nature of reality. As the narrative unfolds, the characters grapple with their experiences and the moral dilemmas posed by advancements in technology, setting the stage for a gripping exploration of what it means to be truly "awake." (This is an automatically generated summary.)
Notes:
Reading ease score: 78.5 (7th grade). Fairly easy to read.
Wikipedia page about this book: https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Wake_(Sawyer_novel)
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Release date is 2010-08-08

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