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Literature & Fiction

The Sparrow: A Novel (The Sparrow Series)

The Sparrow: A Novel (The Sparrow Series)
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A visionary work that combines speculative fiction with deep philosophical inquiry, The Sparrow tells the story of a charismatic Jesuit priest and linguist, Emilio Sandoz, who leads a scientific mission entrusted with a profound task: to make first contact with intelligent extraterrestrial life. The mission begins in faith, hope, and beauty, but a series ofÂ small misunderstandings brings it to a catastrophic end.
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Praise for The Sparrow
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â€œA startling, engrossing, and moral work of fiction.â€â€”TheÂ New York Times Book Review
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â€œImportant novels leave deep cracks in our beliefs, our prejudices, and our blinders. The Sparrow is one of them.â€â€”Entertainment Weekly
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â€œPowerful . . . The Sparrow tackles a difficult subject with grace and intelligence.â€â€”San Francisco Chronicle
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â€œProvocative, challenging . . . recalls both Arthur C. Clarke and H. G. Wells, with a dash of Ray Bradbury for good measure.â€â€”The Dallas Morning News
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â€œ[Mary Doria] Russell shows herself to be a skillful storyteller who subtly and expertly builds suspense.â€â€”USA Today
Country USA
Brand Ballantine Books
Manufacturer Ballantine Books
Binding Paperback
ItemPartNumber 0449912558_Good
Color Navy
ReleaseDate 1997-09-08
UnitCount 1
EANs 9780449912553

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