Wainer by Michael Shaara
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"Wainer" by Michael Shaara is a science fiction novel written in the early 1950s. The book explores the life of William Wainer, a man deemed a "Reject" in a future society that uses advanced technology to enhance human intelligence, leaving those who cannot adapt to live on the fringes. The story delves into themes of identity, purpose, and the evolution of humanity, as it reflects on Wainer's struggles and experiences throughout his
life. The narrative unfolds through the recollections of an old man who knew Wainer, recounting how he grew up in a world transformed by technological advancements that rendered him an outcast. Despite Wainer's immense talent as a composer, societal limitations and personal tragedies hindered his journey. As he grapples with his identity and dreams of space travel, he eventually learns that he represents a critical evolutionary step for humanity. In a poignant conclusion, Wainer experiences an extraordinary moment of acceptance and triumph, finding his place in the cosmos just before his passing, symbolizing the transition of humanity into a new phase of existence. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
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About this eBook
| Author | Shaara, Michael, 1929?-1988 |
|---|---|
| Illustrator | Ashman, William |
| Title | Wainer |
| Series Title | Produced from Galaxy Science Fiction April 1954. |
| Credits |
Produced by Greg Weeks, Mary Meehan and the Online Distributed Proofreading Team at www.pgdp.net |
| Reading Level | Reading ease score: 79.6 (7th grade). Fairly easy to read. |
| Language | English |
| LoC Class | PS: Language and Literatures: American and Canadian literature |
| Subject | Science fiction |
| Subject | Short stories |
| Category | Text |
| eBook-No. | 32230 |
| Release Date | May 3, 2010 |
| Last Update | Jan 6, 2021 |
| Copyright | Public domain in the USA. |
| Downloads | 265 downloads in the last 30 days. |
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