Startide Rising (The Uplift Saga, #2)
by David Brin
Startide Rising by David Brin holds a highly rated rating of 4.04 out of 5, based on 24.2K reader ratings. First published in 1983. The book spans 458 pages.
About Startide Rising
David Brin's Uplift novels are among the most thrilling and extraordinary science fiction ever written. Sundiver, Startide Rising, and The Uplift War--a New York Times bestseller--together make up one of the most beloved sagas of all time. Brin's tales are set in a future universe in which no species can reach sentience without being "uplifted" by a patron race. But the greatest mystery of all remains unsolved: who uplifted humankind?The Terran exploration vessel Streaker has crashed in the uncharted water world of Kithrup, bearing one of the most important discoveries in galactic history. Below, a handful of her human and dolphin crew battles armed rebellion and a hostile planet to safeguard her secret--the fate of the Progenitors, the fabled First Race who seeded wisdom throughout the stars.
| Detail | Value |
|---|---|
| Author | David Brin |
| Published | 1983 |
| Pages | 458 |
| Genres | Science Fiction, Fiction, Fantasy |
| Average Rating | 4.04 / 5.00 |
| Total Ratings | 24,179 |
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What genre is Startide Rising?
Startide Rising is categorized as Science Fiction, Fiction, Fantasy. Its primary genre classification is Fantasy.
Is Startide Rising worth reading?
Based on 24.2K reader ratings, Startide Rising has an average score of 4.04 out of 5.00, which is considered "Highly Rated."
How many pages is Startide Rising?
Startide Rising has 458 pages.
Who wrote Startide Rising?
Startide Rising was written by David Brin. It was first published in 1983.
What is the ISBN for Startide Rising?
The ISBN-13 for Startide Rising is 9780553274190.0.
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