Andromeda Nebula

By: Ivan Yefremov

Narrated by: Cory Thomas Hutcheson

Ivan Yefremov (1908-1972) was a Soviet writer and paleontologist. In addition to introducing a new paleontological field taphonomy - the study of fossilization patterns - Yefremov has written a series of novels and short stories, including science fiction, historic fiction, adventure, and drama.

Yefremov is frequently ridiculed for his enthusiasm and faith in the viability of a communist society, as described in his best known science-fiction novel Andromeda Nebula. What is frequently overlooked is Yefremov's tremendous knowledge of history and profound understanding of psychology. His future society, while highly evolved, is not impervious to mistakes. His future humanity, having learned and discovered much, is not pausing to rest on its laurels - it continues to learn and explore.

It is not widely known that his more mature works such as Hour of the Bull and Razor's Edge had the writer blacklisted by the Soviet government, as Yefremov's interpretation of a fair and balanced society deviated sharply from the government propaganda of the time.

To Yefremov's fans, he is known for his thorough scientific analysis, study of art and history, emphasis on physical and intellectual balance, and strong female characters.

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excellent

Excellent work of utopian socialist speculative fiction. The baseless capitalist cope at the end is annoying but otherwise it's a great book. Dunno why the translator felt the need to make stuff up. It's not like the USSR is around anymore. Anti soviet propaganda nonsense just seems ridiculous at this point. Capitalists are so insecure. Anyway, the book itself is really interesting and odd. It changes modes a couple times and fleshes out a really interesting view of a full communist far future. Really good. If you like this book, you may enjoy the pc game Atomic Heart. I noticed they have a number of Yefremov's ideas incorporated into the game!