The Sparrow by Mary Doria Russell
A visionary work that combines speculative fiction with deep philosophical inquiry, The Sparrow tells the story of a charismatic Jesuit priest and linguist, Emilio Sandoz, who leads a scientific mission entrusted with a profound task: to make first contact with intelligent extraterrestrial life. The mission begins in faith, hope, and beauty, but a series of small misunderstandings brings it to a catastrophic end.Praise for The Sparrow
"A startling, engrossing, and moral work of fiction."--The New York Times Book Review
"Important novels leave deep cracks in our beliefs, our prejudices, and our blinders. The Sparrow is one of them."--Entertainment Weekly
"Powerful . . . The Sparrow tackles a difficult subject with grace and intelligence."--San Francisco Chronicle
"Provocative, challenging . . . recalls both Arthur C. Clarke and H. G. Wells, with a dash of Ray Bradbury for good measure."--The Dallas Morning News
"[Mary Doria] Russell shows herself to be a skillful storyteller who subtly and expertly builds suspense."--USA Today
| SKU | Unavailable |
| ISBN 13 | 9780449912553 |
| ISBN 10 | 0449912558 |
| Title | The Sparrow |
| Author | Mary Doria Russell |
| Series | The Sparrow Series |
| Condition | Unavailable |
| Binding Type | Paperback |
| Publisher | Random House USA Inc |
| Year published | 1997-09-08 |
| Number of pages | 528 |
| Prizes | Winner of Spectrum Awards (Hall of Fame) 2001, Runner-up for John W. Campbell Memorial Award 1997 |
| Cover note | Book picture is for illustrative purposes only, actual binding, cover or edition may vary. |
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