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Solaris

Stanisław Lem
Pol. Solaris · 1961
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Main Ideas

Main Ideas

  • Exploration of the nature and consciousness of the planet Solaris, covered by an intelligent ocean.
  • The challenge of contact and communication with an incomprehensible alien intelligence.
  • Psychological and philosophical aspects of human interaction with the unknown and unknowable.
  • The influence of memories and subconscious fears on the perception of reality.
  • Ethical and moral questions arising from attempts to understand and interact with an alien intelligence.
Solaris
Date of publication: 24 June 2024
Updated: 14 July 2024
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Stanisław Lem
Original title: Pol. Solaris · 1961
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