Rogue Moon by Algis Budrys
The novel explores the psychological toll of exploration and discovery as it follows the story of a mysterious alien artifact on the moon that kills anyone who attempts to traverse its deadly labyrinth. To understand its secrets, a technology is developed that allows a person's memories and experiences to be transmitted to a duplicate on Earth before death, effectively allowing for repeated attempts to solve the puzzle. The protagonist, a fearless adventurer, is recruited for this mission and must confront not only the physical dangers of the alien structure but also the existential implications of his own repeated deaths and the strain it places on his sense of identity and sanity. The narrative delves into themes of human ambition, the limits of knowledge, and the nature of courage in the face of the unknown.
The 3189th greatest book of all time
- Published
- 1960
- Nationality
- American
- Type
- Fiction
- Pages
- null
- Words
- 51,000
- Original Language
- English
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This book is on the following lists:
- Science Fiction: The 100 Best Novels (David Pringle)
- 1000 Novels Everyone Must Read (The Guardian)