Find people with high expectations and a low tolerance for excuses. They’ll have higher expectations for you than you have for yourself. Don’t flatter yourself that this has much to do with you – this is just who they are. Don’t look for “nice” in these relationships. Look for trust.
Title and Author
Too Like the Lightning” by Ada Palmer
Context or Background
Too Like the Lightning” by Ada Palmer, first published in 2016, is the inaugural novel in the “Terra Ignota” series. This series is renowned for its innovative blend of science fiction with detailed political theory, philosophy, and a reimagined future Earth. The book distinguishes itself by not just crafting a narrative, but by posing deep philosophical questions and exploring societal constructs in a way that challenges the reader’s thinking.
Palmer, a historian and philosopher at the University of Chicago, infuses her profound understanding of human history and philosophical concepts into the fabric of the narrative, providing a richly layered reading experience. The novel has received critical acclaim for its originality and complex storytelling, capturing the attention of readers who appreciate intellectually stimulating science fiction. It also earned Palmer nominations for several major science fiction awards, showcasing her ability to engage audiences with her debut novel.
Setting and Time Period
Too Like the Lightning” is set in the 25th century on a future Earth, a world where traditional nation-states have been replaced by a new form of global governance. This future society is organized around “Hives”—not traditional countries but vast networks of people grouped by their ideologies, professions, and lifestyles. Each Hive represents a different set of values and governance styles, ranging from the utopian to the strictly pragmatic.
In this era, geographical borders have lost their previous political importance, and people choose their Hive affiliation based on personal philosophy and social identity rather than by birthplace.This setting allows the novel to explore a society where technology and cultural evolution have reshaped the fundamentals of human interaction, politics, and personal identity.
The world is technologically advanced, featuring flying cars, interactive media…
.. and other futuristic innovations that facilitate a global, interconnected society.
The 25th century as depicted by Palmer is a time of both enlightenment and complexity, where public discourse is heavily influenced by Enlightenment-era philosophy, and the populace is expected to adhere to a façade of rationalism and decorum. This period is marked by both the zenith of human technological advancement and the resurgence of philosophical and ethical debates about the role of such technology in society.
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