The Three Electroknights

Name: The Three Electroknights
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By Stanislaw Lem

Series: Penguin Modern

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The Three Electroknights by Stanislaw Lem, a celebrated piece in the realm of Sci-Fi & Fantasy, presents a futuristic tale revolving around mechanical beings and their intriguing narratives. The stories often explore themes of artificial intelligence, identity, and morality through the lens of speculative fiction, challenging readers to ponder the nature of consciousness and humanity within a high-tech universe. With Lem’s signature blend of wit and philosophical insight, this book offers a compelling read for those fascinated by the possibilities and ethical dilemmas of technologically advanced societies.
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ISBN: 9780241339398

Publisher: Penguin Books Ltd

Format: Paperback / softback

Date Published: 22 February 2018

Country: United Kingdom

Imprint: Penguin Classics

Audience: General / adult

DIMENSIONS

Spine width: 6.0mm

Width: 113.0mm

Height: 162.0mm

Weight: 47g

Pages: 64

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About the Author

Stanislaw Lem (1921-2006) was born in Lviv, then part of Poland. He is probably the most original and influential European science-fiction writer since H.G. Wells. Best known in the West for Tarkovsky's film of his novel Solaris, Lem wrote novels and stories that have been published all over the world. He is credited with anticipating in his writing artificial reality, e-books and nano-technology. His most famous works include The Cyberiad, Mortal Engines, The Star Diaries, The Futurological Congress, Tales of Pirx the Pilot and Solaris.