Alien Encounter

A Scientific Novel

Dirk Schulze-Makuch author

Format:Paperback

Publisher:Springer International Publishing AG

Published:30th Sep '13

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This novel explores humanity's first encounter with alien life and the mysteries of voids in the universe, all grounded in astrobiological science. Alien Encounter offers a thrilling journey.

In this compelling novel, the author expertly intertwines cutting-edge research in astrobiology with fictional storytelling to create a captivating narrative. Alien Encounter offers readers a thrilling experience that remains firmly rooted in scientific principles. An informative appendix supplements the main text, allowing readers to delve deeper into the underlying science that informs the story.

Set nearly a century after the Apollo moon landings, the plot follows astronauts Jack and Vladimir on a mission to Venus, where they uncover a mysterious void linked to potential indigenous life. As they investigate, similar voids begin to surface on Earth, Mars, Titan, and even within a planetoid from the Kuiper belt. This discovery sets off a chain of events that leads Jack on a crucial mission to explore these voids and the enigmatic planetoid, which harbors alien life forms.

The stakes escalate as Jack and his crew race against time to comprehend the alien biochemistry, behaviors, and technologies they encounter. Their mission not only aims to understand these life forms but also to unravel the connection between the voids and the essence of life in the universe. Alien Encounter is a masterful blend of science fiction and astrobiological inquiry, culminating in a gripping tale that challenges humanity's perceptions of life beyond Earth.

From the book reviews:

“The main theme of this book is the need to keep an open mind regarding the possibilities for diverse forms of life in the Solar System and beyond. … the appendix provides a useful discussion of a number of important astrobiological concepts, and will be of value to students and others wishing to explore those ideas further. … a lot of food for thought, and well worth reading.” (Ian Crawford, The Observatory, Vol. 134 (1243), December, 2

ISBN: 9783319019604

Dimensions: unknown

Weight: 454g

236 pages

2nd ed. 2014