The Diothas

The Diothas

Ismar Thiusen

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Kessinger Publishing
Año de edición:
2010
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Ficción moderna y contemporánea
ISBN:
9781120875495
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The Diothas: Or A Far Look Ahead is a science fiction novel written by Ismar Thiusen and published in 1883. The story is set in the distant future, where humanity has advanced technologically to the point where they have colonized other planets and developed advanced artificial intelligence. The main character, Diothaas, is a humanoid alien who is sent to Earth to study human society and report back to his own people. Diothaas is fascinated by the humans and their culture, but he soon discovers that they are beset by a number of social and environmental problems. He witnesses the destruction of the natural world and the exploitation of the poor by the rich. He also observes the rise of a powerful and oppressive government that seeks to control every aspect of human life. Despite these challenges, Diothaas remains optimistic about humanity’s future. He believes that humans have the potential to overcome their problems and create a better world for themselves and future generations. He works tirelessly to promote peace, equality, and environmental sustainability, and he inspires others to join him in his quest. The Diothas: Or A Far Look Ahead is a thought-provoking and insightful novel that explores some of the most pressing issues of its time. It raises important questions about the role of technology in society, the relationship between humans and nature, and the importance of social justice and equality. It is a must-read for anyone interested in science fiction, social commentary, or visionary literature.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world’s literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.

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