Terraforming Earth by jack williamson

★ ★ ★ ★ ★

July 15,2025

This novel presented several truly remarkable concepts regarding the repopulation of Earth with people, plants, animals, and so on. After a tissue/seed repository located on the moon dispatches clones to a devastated Earth, the story unfolds. The impactor that eradicated all life on Earth was absolute; nothing remained. Fortunately, a moon base had been established to handle precisely such a situation.

T.E. managed to capture my attention repeatedly, yet unfortunately, it lost that grip by prolonging the narrative for too long. Evidently, we have a book that consists of excellent ideas simply strung together to form a novel. I would award four stars for the concepts alone.

However, the pacing and overall execution could have been improved to maintain the reader's engagement throughout. Despite this flaw, the novel still offers an interesting exploration of a post-apocalyptic world and the possibilities of repopulation. It makes one wonder about the lengths humanity might go to in order to ensure the survival of life on our planet.

Perhaps with some tighter editing and a more focused narrative, this novel could have been an even greater success. Nevertheless, it is still worth reading for those interested in science fiction and the themes of survival and renewal.

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EnkoKasumi

★ ★ ★ ★ ★

July 15,2025

I purchased this book at a garage sale for just a quarter. Immediately, I completely fell in love with it. This is undoubtedly one of my top 10 favorite books of all time. I'm well aware that it might seem rather nerdy of me. But let's face it, I'm a sci-fi geek through and through. I absolutely LOVE the speculation and the highly creative ideas presented about how the world might turn out after billions and billions of years. I understand the comment someone made about it being similar to groundhog day with the day being relived repeatedly, but I chose to look beyond that. In fact, I could hardly put this book down. I devoured it in a single day. This book opened the door for me to discover dozens more of Jack Williamson's works. Most of them are truly great, as long as you can overlook that somewhat arrogant male hero aspect that is common in many old books from the 40's and 50's. The storylines, without a doubt, are 100% awesome.

As you can probably gather from my review, it's quite evident that I'll never be a writer myself :(. I keep dropping hints to my boyfriend that I would love to receive a first edition signed by Jack as a gift, but he just doesn't seem to get it. Oh well, it looks like I'll have to take matters into my own hands and buy it for myself.

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KitKatKaz

★ ★ ★ ★ ★

July 15,2025

Stay away.

The description/summary of this book is like a siren song. It lures you in with its enticing words, promising a world of adventure, mystery, or romance. But beware, for it may not deliver on its promises.

Sometimes, the description can be overly exaggerated, making the book seem far more exciting than it actually is. You might find yourself disappointed when you finally crack open the cover and discover that the story falls flat or the characters lack depth.

It's important to approach book descriptions with a healthy dose of skepticism. Don't be too quick to believe everything you read. Instead, do some research, read reviews from other readers, and get a sense of what the book is really about before you invest your time and money.

By staying away from the siren song of misleading book descriptions, you can increase your chances of finding a truly great read that will transport you to another world and leave you satisfied.

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Biisoo

★ ★ ★ ★ ★

July 15,2025

I can't believe I read the whole thing.

Well, actually, I didn't. I skimmed the last half just to see how it played out.

The story is about five people who survive the end of earth life after an asteroid hit.

Interestingly, the same five are cloned and re-cloned by computers whenever something interesting happens on earth.

As a result, we get many stories over the course of millions of years.

This is a pretty nifty idea.

However, would I have chosen those five? No, but there was not time.

Unfortunately, as the stories progress, they become more and more boring.

At this point, I find myself asking, who really cares?

The concept started off strong, but it seems to have lost its charm along the way.

Maybe there could have been more variety in the characters or the events to keep the reader engaged.

Overall, it was an okay read, but not something that I would highly recommend.

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Kwaiston

★ ★ ★ ★ ★

July 15,2025

This was my very first encounter with the works of Mr. Williamson.

What struck me was the eerie sense of time passing as those clones kept perpetually repeating themselves. It was almost like in "The Time Machine," with the traveller journeying vast distances in time.

I vividly recall a particular scene where vampire-like bat creatures latched onto the clones, and another where a character chased a harpy-like creature that bore a resemblance to a long-departed lover.

This book may not have the grandeur and epic scale of some others. It is a contained piece, not sprawling all over the place. It takes place in near-orbit around Earth, and there are only a handful of characters. However, those characters are presented over and over again, adding an interesting layer to the story.

After reading this, I delved into other works by Williamson and came to the conclusion that he is indeed like a dean of sci-fi. His mind is filled with an abundance of spacey ideas, and his stories flow smoothly, never dawdling or becoming overly philosophical.

Admittedly, there is a slightly outdated feel about the writer, but this can be overlooked considering the engaging nature of his tales.

Overall, my experience with Mr. Williamson's work has been quite fascinating and has left me eager to explore more of his literary offerings.

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ilNico

★ ★ ★ ★ ★

July 15,2025

Not bad, not too bad. In fact, it's not great either, but still, it's not too bad. The premiss is truly fantastic. It really catches your attention from the start. However, as you read on, there are just too many things that don't quite add up. It's a bit frustrating at times. But despite that, it's still totally worth reading. It's a super fun, imaginative, quick, and easy read. You can breeze through it in no time. And when you're done, you'll find that it's not bad at all. It has its flaws, but it also has its charm. It's the kind of book that you can pick up when you want to relax and have a good time. So, if you're looking for a lighthearted read, this might just be the one for you.

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Skeith_AR

★ ★ ★ ★ ★

July 15,2025

It was okay.

The initial parts of this thing were somewhat repetitive. They seemed to go on and on in a similar vein, which made it a little bit boring. It felt like one was trudging through a somewhat monotonous landscape. However, as one got closer to the end parts, things started to change.

The end parts brought a breath of fresh air. They introduced new elements and ideas that were quite interesting. It was as if a new and exciting path had opened up. Suddenly, the whole experience became more engaging and captivating.

Overall, while the beginning had its drawbacks, the interesting end parts managed to salvage the situation and make it a somewhat worthwhile encounter.

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123321tb

★ ★ ★ ★ ★

July 15,2025

This is truly a captivating piece of reading.

Although it is a bit dated, as one might anticipate, it contains some extremely fascinating insights regarding the nature of humanity, personality, and what constitutes the mind.

The exploration of these topics is both thought-provoking and engaging, offering a unique perspective that can still be relevant today.

Despite its age, the ideas presented within the text have the power to stimulate our thinking and encourage us to reflect on our own understanding of these fundamental aspects of human existence.

It serves as a reminder that even older works can hold valuable wisdom and offer new perspectives that can enhance our knowledge and appreciation of the human experience.

Overall, it is a worthwhile read that can provide hours of intellectual stimulation and enjoyment.

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