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The Wandering Earth

whale. 流浪地球 · 2013
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Interesting Facts

  • The book describes a grand project to move Earth from the Solar System to another star system to avoid the planet's destruction by the Sun's explosion.
  • To move Earth, giant engines are installed across the planet, creating the thrust needed to change its orbit.
  • The process of moving Earth takes thousands of years, and humanity faces numerous challenges, including climate changes, social, and political crises.
  • The book raises questions about humanity's survival, its ability to unite in the face of global catastrophe, and the moral dilemmas associated with such large-scale projects.
  • One of the key themes is the interaction between science and politics, as well as the impact of scientific achievements on humanity's fate.
The Wandering Earth
Date of publication: 14 May 2024
Last updated: 13 July 2024
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Original titlewhale. 流浪地球 · 2013