I first read this book during my high school days, and for some reason, I walked away with positive feelings. However, upon returning to it as an adult, I find myself extremely disappointed.

The premise of the book initially seems interesting. It holds the promise of taking the reader on an exciting journey. But as one delves deeper, it becomes evident that this book feels more like a random collection of half-baked scenarios. These scenarios seem to lead nowhere and serve no real purpose. The lack of a coherent and engaging plot makes it difficult to stay interested.

The characters in the book also leave a lot to be desired. They lack depth and any sense of realness. It is hard to form an emotional connection with them as they come across as flat and one-dimensional. Moreover, for a science fiction novel, the science aspect feels off in many regards. The concepts presented lack credibility and seem to be more of a random jumble of ideas rather than a well-thought-out scientific framework.

Additionally, the author's handling of female characters and race is highly problematic. His attempts at portraying them come off as sexist and racist at worst, and totally ignorant at best. This not only detracts from the overall reading experience but also reflects poorly on the author's understanding and sensitivity towards these important issues.

In conclusion, I would highly recommend saving your time and reading something else instead. There are many other books out there that offer a more engaging, thought-provoking, and well-written experience.

This was a book that had some decent aspects, but ultimately failed to truly engage me.

The central idea of having repeated clones of the moon colony return to resettle the earth after an asteroid disaster holds promise. However, the execution just wasn't interesting enough.

There are numerous fascinating questions that are simply glossed over. For example, how does the moon colony manage to stay in repair for potentially millions of years? It seems like a complex and crucial issue that isn't adequately explored.

Another point is why the robots don't track time. This could have significant implications for the colony's operations and development, yet it's not addressed.

Also, it's curious that none of the missions ever include the ability to return with more resources, seeds, or samples. This seems like a missed opportunity to enhance the story and add more depth to the plot.

After a while, I found myself losing interest and simply stopped caring about what happened next in the book.

This is a very melancholy book.

From my perspective, it skipped ahead too much, which made it difficult for me to be truly compelled by it.

The story seemed to jump from one event to another without sufficient build-up or explanation.

As a result, I found it hard to fully engage with the characters and their emotions.

It felt as if I was constantly being yanked out of the narrative and thrust into a new situation without having the time to soak in the details.

While the melancholy tone was interesting, the lack of a smooth flow detracted from the overall reading experience.

I wanted to be more invested in the story, but the frequent jumps made it challenging to do so.

Perhaps with a more linear and detailed approach, this book could have been a truly captivating read.

Admittedly, there are some interesting concepts in this book. However, when it comes to the plot, it is quite different. As someone said out there, basically it consists of 4 steps: 1) The earth is destroyed.

2) Human clones from the moon to repopulate it.

3) The clones die on the earth.

4) Everything starts over again... again and again, and again, and again, etc.

Things that I didn't like: The love story that makes you empathize with the characters at the end is completely pointless. Secondly, the loopholes in the plot that occur every time a pair of clones leaves the moon but their companions are left behind. It could have informed us of something more, but it doesn't, and we are left as clueless as those poor clones. I have to say that if I go back to the beginning, they would say more about Arne. It's annoying to have 3/4 of the book with his character and his obsessive tendencies and then disappear completely always, especially at the end. The tendency to show the worlds is okay, except for the fact that it doesn't take into account that if civilization X was so advanced, the clones could well have the necessary means to communicate with the lunar base. And the microorganisms at the end left me with the "is that all?" feeling. Yes, that was all.

The characters, except for the historian, are as interesting as the "robos", the robots or even the reddish vegetation.

So basically it's a story in which only a few of the group will really have a leading role. It starts out wanting to tell what humanity is through the passions, but at the end, the destruction of the worlds is so slow that it's hard to keep your eyes open. Yes, the beginnings are good, some get tiring, the concepts are original, but the narrative... where did the emotion go?

An ambitious science fiction novel, but not very memorable.

It is a work that attempts to explore the far reaches of imagination and push the boundaries of what is possible in the genre. The author has crafted a complex and detailed world, filled with advanced technology, strange creatures, and mind-bending concepts.

However, despite its ambition, the novel fails to leave a lasting impression. The characters lack depth and development, making it difficult for the reader to truly engage with them. The plot, while filled with action and adventure, often feels disjointed and lacks a cohesive narrative arc.

Overall, while the novel has its moments, it ultimately falls short of being a truly great work of science fiction. It is a reminder that ambition alone is not enough to create a memorable and engaging story.

An interesting speculation. Everything else 'mjeh'. This simple statement holds a certain allure. It makes one wonder what exactly this interesting speculation might be. Could it be about a scientific theory, a philosophical concept, or perhaps a prediction about the future? The use of the word 'mjeh' to describe everything else gives the impression that there is a contrast between the speculation and the rest. It implies that the speculation stands out as something unique and worthy of attention. It leaves the reader curious and eager to know more. What could this interesting speculation be that is so distinct from the ordinary? Only further exploration and investigation will reveal the answer.

\\"Terraforming Earth\\" by Jack Williamson is an incredibly well-imagined book. It presents a potential future that unfolds after the Earth is struck by a devastating meteor. I have delved into numerous books that build up to a disaster and those that vividly describe life on Earth immediately following a calamity. However, this book stands apart as it描绘了 millennia之后的生活，几乎是以百科全书式的方式。显然，如此漫长的时间段不可能详细处理，所以这本书在章节之间跳跃了数百年甚至数千年。从积极的方面来看，这种技巧使威廉姆森能够描述地球许多可能的重生，包括各种生命形式、环境模式和文明。然而，从消极的方面来看，由于故事是以如此广阔的视角讲述的，很难与角色建立情感联系，因为他们似乎有点一维。其他评论家将《地球改造》描述为一本枯燥的硬科幻小说，我同意这种评价。

不过，总体而言，这部小说的创作融入了一些严肃的原创思想，所以我觉得它绝对值得三颗星。阅读它可以获得对可能未来的独特视角，并提醒我们地球在宇宙中是多么渺小的一个斑点。

最喜欢的引语：“生命一直是不确定的，但它会自我更新。或者这只是我的梦想。”

The story was good and managed to keep you hooked throughout.

However, the ending could have been better. It felt a bit rushed or perhaps not as fully developed as it could have been.

The build-up was great, with interesting characters and a captivating plot. But when it came to the conclusion, it left a bit to be desired.

Maybe there could have been more resolution or a more satisfying wrap-up of the loose ends.

Despite this, the overall quality of the story was still quite good, and it had the potential to be even better with a stronger ending.

It would be interesting to see how the author could improve upon this aspect in future works.

Overall, it was an enjoyable read, but the ending was a bit of a letdown.

Even a reader who does not have a penchant for science fiction might discover that this book holds value.

However, it could potentially be a letdown for the die-hard enthusiasts of the genre.

Unlike many science fiction works that are burdened with the overused "space lore" which has become a tired cliché ever since the popularity of Star Wars and Star Trek, this book takes a different approach.

It is not centered around the technology but rather the story of individuals who strive with all their might to achieve success in a task that was thrust upon them, not of their own choosing.

The characters are well-developed, eliciting sympathy from the reader without being one-dimensional.

Moreover, I found the concept of mortal immortality presented in the book to be truly thought-provoking, making one ponder about the nature of life, death, and the implications of such a paradox.

Overall, while it may not meet the expectations of some hardcore science fiction fans, this book offers a unique and engaging narrative that can appeal to a wider audience.

Well, the first book on my list that I am re-attempting to read didn't turn out so well.

These are the books that I either didn't read or DNF'd (Did Not Finish) after purchasing them, but upon going through all my books, I developed an interest in them again.

DNF - PG 19

Why?

I was already insulted once when they made such a big fuss about the fact that the biologist was a woman. But then, on page 19, I discovered this little gem:

"El Chino. That's what they called him, though he gave his name as K.C. Kell. Black as tar, though he had an Oriental poker face."

I immediately checked because I knew this book wasn't old; it was published in 2001. I am truly speechless that this was actually published in this century. I mean...wow.

I think I'm just going to remove the other three books by this author that I have on my shelf. Although I enjoyed them back then, they were some of his earlier works (like from the 1930s, I think), and I just can't even begin to imagine how offensive they would be.

Ehhh.

This book gives the impression that it was penned in the 1920s or 1930s rather than in 1999.

It is充斥着大量 generic and nonsensical description language, lacking any real movement.

The first two-thirds of it consists of utterly pointless short stories that, at the very least, would have been worthwhile if they were interesting or made sense.

However, they don't.

Basically, this book is a flight of fancy.

If you have a penchant for early 20th-century sci-fi, you *might* find it to your liking.

Otherwise, I simply don't understand its appeal.

It seems to be lost in a bygone era, with its writing style and content failing to resonate with a modern audience.

Perhaps those who are nostalgic for the days of pulp fiction and classic sci-fi will appreciate its charm, but for the rest of us, it falls flat.

A thought-provoking idea of future saviors of the planet emerged.

It presented an interesting concept that had the potential to engage readers. However, unfortunately, it dragged at times.

The pacing of the story seemed to slow down, causing a lull in the excitement.

Moreover, some of the characters got to be a little predictable after a while.

Once their initial traits were established, it became easy to anticipate their actions and decisions.

This predictability took away from the element of surprise and made the story feel less engaging.

Despite these drawbacks, the underlying idea of future saviors was still intriguing and had the potential to be developed further.

Perhaps with some tweaks to the pacing and more complex character development, the story could have been a more captivating read.

Overall, it was a decent attempt, but it fell short in certain aspects.