The Imitation of Earth by James Stamers

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Author Stamers, James
Illustrator Carter
Title The Imitation of Earth
Note Reading ease score: 74.1 (7th grade). Fairly easy to read.
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Summary "The Imitation of Earth" by James Stamers is a science fiction narrative published in the early 1960s. The book explores themes of existence and creation as it follows two characters, John Shepherd and Doctor Adelitka Wynn, who find themselves in a bizarre new world, transformed into plant-like beings. The story delves into the nature of life, evolution, and the ways in which these two figures interact with their environment and each other while exploring the concept of creating an Earth-like existence in a foreign landscape. In this imaginative tale, after a catastrophic space event, John Shepherd awakens in an unfamiliar environment with no memory of his human past. He discovers that he has transformed into a powerful plant-like entity capable of telepathic communication with Doctor Wynn, who has similarly changed. Together, they embark on a journey to recreate a civilization and a new form of human life, overseeing the evolution of various species. Their companionship is marked by mutual assistance and rivalry as they experiment with plant life, seek to control their new world, and introduce new forms of life, leading to conflicts and unique challenges. As their creations evolve, they notice that the species reflect human traits, sparking philosophical debates about identity, existence, and the cyclical nature of life. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
Language English
LoC Class PS: Language and Literatures: American and Canadian literature
Subject Science fiction
Subject Short stories
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EBook-No. 51682
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Copyright Status Public domain in the USA.
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