Manifold: Origin

By Stephen Baxter | Publisher: Random House Worlds

About the book

“One of the best SF writers in the business . . . [Manifold: Origin is] filled with marvelous scientific speculations, strange events, novel concepts, and an awe-inspiring sense of the wonders of the universe.”—Science Fiction Chronicle

In the year 2015, astronaut Reid Malenfant is flying over the African continent, intent on examining a mysterious glowing construct in Earth’s orbit. But when the very fabric of the sky tears open, spilling living creatures to the ground and pulling others inside (including his wife, Emma), Malenfant’s quest to uncover the unknown becomes personal. While desperately searching to discover what happened to the woman he loves, Malenfant embarks upon an adventure to the very fount of human development . . . on earth and beyond.

Editions of Manifold: Origin

Hardcover
ISBN 9780345430793
Paperback
ISBN 9780345430809
EBook
ISBN 9780345455475

Read an Excerpt

“One of the best SF writers in the business . . . [Manifold: Origin is] filled with marvelous scientific speculations, strange events, novel concepts, and an awe-inspiring sense of the wonders of the universe.”—Science Fiction Chronicle

In the year 2015, astronaut Reid Malenfant is flying over the African continent, intent on examining a mysterious glowing construct in Earth’s orbit. But when the very fabric of the sky tears open, spilling living creatures to the ground and pulling others inside (including his wife, Emma), Malenfant’s quest to uncover the unknown becomes personal. While desperately searching to discover what happened to the woman he loves, Malenfant embarks upon an adventure to the very fount of human development . . . on earth and beyond.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is Manifold: Origin about?

“One of the best SF writers in the business . . . [Manifold: Origin is] filled with marvelous scientific speculations, strange events, novel concepts, and an awe-inspiring sense of the wonders of the universe.”—Science Fiction Chronicle

In the year 2015, astronaut Reid Malenfant is flying over the African continent, intent on examining a mysterious glowing construct in Earth’s orbit. But when the very fabric of the sky tears open, spilling living creatures to the ground and pulling others inside (including his wife, Emma), Malenfant’s quest to uncover the unknown becomes personal. While desperately searching to discover what happened to the woman he loves, Malenfant embarks upon an adventure to the very fount of human development . . . on earth and beyond.

What core themes, tropes, or subjects are explored in Manifold: Origin?

Fiction > Science fiction > Hard science fiction

Where can I read a sample of Manifold: Origin?

You can read an official preview of the few pages here https://www.book2look.com/book/9780345430793

Is Manifold: Origin part of a series, and can it be read as a standalone?

Yes it is a part of series Manifold

Who is/are the Author/s of the book Manifold: Origin?

Stephen Baxter

Who is the Publisher of the book Manifold: Origin?

Random House Worlds

What are the ISBN numbers for the physical and digital editions?

Manifold: Origin is available as hardcover(ISBN 9780345430793) and paperback(ISBN 9780345430809) and ebook(ISBN 9780345455475)

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