Theory of Bastards
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- Synopsis
- WINNER 2019 Philip K. Dick Award for BEST Science FictionWINNER 2019 Neukom Institute Literary Arts Award for Speculative FictionOne of The Washington Post's 50 Notable Works of fiction in 2018Stage four. Surgery. Recovering. While those are the simple words that once described Dr. Francine Burks situation, the reality is much more complex. Her new reality is bacon rinds for breakfast and feeling unduly thrilled by her increasing ability to walk across a room without assistance. And its being offered a placement at a prestigious research institute where she can put to good use her recent award money. With the Foundations advanced technological resources and a group of fascinating primates, Francine can begin to verify her subversive scientific discovery, which has challenged the foundations of historyher Theory of Bastards.Frankie finds that the bonobos shes studying are as complex as the humans shes working alongside. Their personalities are strong and distinct, and reigning over it all is Mama, the commanding matriarchal leader of the group. Frankie comes to know the bonobos and to further develop her groundbreaking theory with the help of her research partner, a man with a complicated past and perhaps a place in her future. And then something changes everything, and the lines that divide thembetween subject and scientist, between colleague and companionbegin to blur. With deft skill and heartbreaking honesty, Audrey Schulman delves into the very nature of her characters. Her newest novel explores the nuances of communication, the implications of unquestioned technological advancement, and the enduring power of love in a way that is essential and urgent in todays world. This thrilling literary novel will resonate, long after the final page is turned.
- Copyright:
- 2018
Book Details
- Book Quality:
- Publisher Quality
- Book Size:
- 416 Pages
- ISBN-13:
- 9781609454388
- Related ISBNs:
- 9781609454371
- Publisher:
- Europa Editions
- Date of Addition:
- 09/01/23
- Copyrighted By:
- Audrey Schulman
- Adult content:
- No
- Language:
- English
- Has Image Descriptions:
- No
- Categories:
- Animals, Literature and Fiction, Science Fiction and Fantasy
- Submitted By:
- Bookshare Staff
- Usage Restrictions:
- This is a copyrighted book.