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The Speed of Dark is a 2002 science fiction novel by American author Elizabeth Moon, winner of the 2003 Nebula Award for Best Novel. Set in a near-future corporate environment, the novel is narrated in first person by Lou Arrendale, an autistic adult who works in information analysis and faces pressure from his employer to undergo an experimental medical treatment that may "correct" his autism. The book explores themes of identity, neurodiversity, and medical ethics.
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Who wrote the science fiction novel The Speed of Dark?
The Speed of Dark was written by American author Elizabeth Moon and published in 2002. Moon is a well-known author in the science fiction and fantasy genres.
What award did The Speed of Dark win?
The novel won the 2003 Nebula Award for Best Novel. This is one of the most prestigious awards given annually in the science fiction and fantasy literary community.
Who is the main character in The Speed of Dark?
The story is narrated in the first person by Lou Arrendale, who is an autistic adult working in information analysis. He works in a near-future corporate environment specifically designed to accommodate neurodivergent employees.
What is the central theme of The Speed of Dark?
The novel deeply explores the ethics of curing neurodivergence, as the main character is offered an experimental treatment to 'fix' his autism. It contrasts Lou's fulfilling life with societal pressures to conform to a neurotypical standard.
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