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Manifold: Time is a 1999 hard science fiction novel by Stephen Baxter and the first book in the Manifold trilogy. The story follows aerospace millionaire Reid Malenfant, who attempts to exploit near-Earth asteroids despite warnings about the imminent extinction of humanity. The narrative is deeply rooted in complex physics and cosmology, specifically exploring the Fermi paradox, multiple dimensions, and the ultimate fate of the universe. It won the BSFA Award for Best Novel in 2000 and was nominated for the Hugo Award.
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Who is the main character in Manifold: Time?
The novel follows Reid Malenfant, an aerospace millionaire. He tries to exploit near-Earth asteroids while facing warnings that humanity may be approaching extinction.
What kind of science fiction is Manifold: Time?
Manifold: Time is a hard science fiction novel by Stephen Baxter. It uses space exploration, asteroid exploitation, and large-scale questions about humanity's survival as core elements.
When was Manifold: Time published?
Manifold: Time was published in 1999. It is the first book in Baxter's Manifold trilogy.
Is Manifold: Time part of a series?
Yes. It begins Stephen Baxter's Manifold trilogy. The story starts with Reid Malenfant's attempt to use near-Earth asteroids despite warnings of an impending human extinction.
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