The Memory of Earth (Homecoming, #1)
by Orson Scott Card
The Memory of Earth by Orson Scott Card holds a well received rating of 3.56 out of 5, based on 13.1K reader ratings. First published in 1992. The book spans 336 pages.
About The Memory of Earth
High above the planet Harmony. the Oversoul watches Its task. programmed so many millennia ago. is to guard the human settlement on this planet-. -to protect this fragile remnant of Earth from all threats. To protect them. most of all. from themselves. The Oversoul has done its job well. There is no war on Harmony. There are no weapons of mass destruction. There is no technology that could lead to weapons of war. By control of the data banks. and subtle interference in the very thoughts of the people. the artificial intelligence has fulfilled its mission. But now there is a problem. In orbit. the Oversoul realizes that it has lost access to some of its memory banks. and some of its power systems are failing. And on the planet. men are beginning to think about power. wealth. and conquest.
| Detail | Value |
|---|---|
| Author | Orson Scott Card |
| Published | 1992 |
| Pages | 336 |
| Genres | Science Fiction, Fantasy, Fiction, Young Adult, Religion & Spirituality |
| Average Rating | 3.56 / 5.00 |
| Total Ratings | 13,107 |
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What genre is The Memory of Earth?
The Memory of Earth is categorized as Science Fiction, Fantasy, Fiction, Young Adult. Its primary genre classification is Fantasy.
Is The Memory of Earth worth reading?
Based on 13.1K reader ratings, The Memory of Earth has an average score of 3.56 out of 5.00, which is considered "Well Received."
How many pages is The Memory of Earth?
The Memory of Earth has 336 pages.
Who wrote The Memory of Earth?
The Memory of Earth was written by Orson Scott Card. It was first published in 1992.
What is the ISBN for The Memory of Earth?
The ISBN-13 for The Memory of Earth is 9780812532590.0.
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