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A radio astronomer receives a signal from Vega

Contact

by Carl Sagan

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1985Moderate readSteady pace

What it is about

Ellie Arroway, a radio astronomer, detects a message from space, and the world must decide how to respond. Sagan’s 1985 novel combines science and speculation with a debate about faith.

Who will enjoy it

Readers who enjoy science fiction built on big ideas, with a thoughtful mood and a steady pace. It is a read that rewards some attention.

Themes: Science · Faith · Alien contact

Screen adaptation

Contact (1997)

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About the author

Carl Sagan1 book on Tori Books

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