- Audiobook
- 2025
- 23 mins
- Strelbytskyy Multimedia Publishing
- SciFi
Deeplinks
Title
The Green Hills of Earth
Description
The Green Hills of Earth blends Heinlein's characteristic exploration of human nature with a lyrical examination of the costs of space exploration and the human desire for connection to home. The story also delves into the role of art and poetry in expressing the deeper emotions and longings of those who venture into the unknown.
This short story is a masterful exploration of the tension between adventure and sacrifice, reminding readers of the emotional costs of leaving behind everything that is familiar in the pursuit of new frontiers. Through Rhysling's journey, Heinlein beautifully portrays the essence of what it means to be human, even in the farthest reaches of space
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The Green Hills of Earth
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Language:
EN
ISBN Audio:
4069828398887
Publication date:
May 5, 2025
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Duration
23 mins
Product type
AUDIO
Explicit:
No
Audio drama:
No
Unabridged:
Yes
About the author:
Robert Anson Heinlein (1907 – 1988) was an American science fiction author, aeronautical engineer, and naval officer. Sometimes called the "dean of science fiction writers", he was among the first to emphasize scientific accuracy in his fiction, and was thus a pioneer of the subgenre of hard science fiction. His published works, both fiction and non-fiction, express admiration for competence and emphasize the value of critical thinking. His plots often posed provocative situations which challenged conventional social mores.
His work continues to have an influence on the science-fiction genre, and on modern culture more generally
