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The Gods Themselves
In three parts, a free energy source passed between our universe and a parallel one is hailed as a miracle, until a lone physicist warns it may carry a terrible cost. The middle section takes place among the aliens themselves.
Facts last checked 2026-10-17
- First published
- 1972
- Pace
- Medium
- Length
- Short
- Pages
- 288
- Format
- Standalone
Read this if you like science fiction built on a big physics idea and strange, truly alien beings.
Skip this if you want fast action and rounded human characters above ideas.
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Quick answers about The Gods Themselves
- What is The Gods Themselves about?
- In three parts, a free energy source passed between our universe and a parallel one is hailed as a miracle, until a lone physicist warns it may carry a terrible cost. The middle section takes place among the aliens themselves.
- Who should read The Gods Themselves?
- Read it if you like science fiction built on a big physics idea and strange, truly alien beings. Skip it if you want fast action and rounded human characters above ideas.
- How long and how fast is The Gods Themselves?
- It is a medium-paced, short read of about 288 pages, first published in 1972.
- Does The Gods Themselves have content warnings?
- We have not noted any content warnings for this book yet.
- Can I borrow The Gods Themselves for free?
- Often, yes. Check Libby (OverDrive) to see whether your library lends The Gods Themselves; the borrow button above searches it for you.
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