Solaris

Brief Overview

The novel Solaris by Stanisław Lem tells the story of a space station located on the planet Solaris, which is covered by a mysterious ocean. The main character, psychologist Kris Kelvin, arrives at the station to investigate strange phenomena occurring among the crew. He discovers that the ocean possesses intelligence and the ability to materialize human memories and fears. Encountering the embodiment of his deceased lover, Hari, Kelvin and the other scientists attempt to understand the nature of the ocean and its motives. The novel explores themes of human consciousness, guilt, love, and the impossibility of fully comprehending an alien mind.