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A Choice of Gods

Clifford D. Simak
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A Choice of Gods

Fiction | Novel | Adult | Published in 1972

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Clifford D. Simak

A Choice of Gods

Fiction | Novel | Adult | Published in 1972
Book Details
Pages

186

Format

Novel • Fiction

Setting

Earth • Distant Future

Publication Year

1972

Audience

Adult

Recommended Reading Age

18+ years

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Super Short Summary

In Clifford D. Simak's A Choice of Gods, readers explore a future Earth where most humans have mysteriously vanished, leaving behind a few individuals, robots, and Native Americans. These remaining groups experience profound changes in consciousness and abilities, prompting a reflection on humanity's place in the universe and the nature of existence.

Contemplative

Mysterious

Fantastical

Emotional

Nostalgic

Reviews & Readership

3.9

2,780 ratings

65%

Loved it

25%

Mixed feelings

10%

Not a fan

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Review Roundup

A Choice of Gods by Clifford D. Simak is praised for its thought-provoking exploration of humanity and evolution. Readers appreciate its contemplative tone and rich, imaginative world-building. However, some find its pacing slow and narrative occasionally disjointed. Overall, it is a reflective piece that prompts deep contemplation on human nature and progress.

Who should read this

Who Should Read A Choice of Gods?

A reader who cherishes philosophical science fiction, exploring human evolution, and the intersection of technology and spirituality would relish A Choice of Gods by Clifford D. Simak. Fans of Arthur C. Clarke's Childhood's End and Ray Bradbury's The Martian Chronicles will find this thought-provoking narrative captivating.

3.9

2,780 ratings

65%

Loved it

25%

Mixed feelings

10%

Not a fan

Book Details
Pages

186

Format

Novel • Fiction

Setting

Earth • Distant Future

Publication Year

1972

Audience

Adult

Recommended Reading Age

18+ years

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