The Sparrow

Description

Set in the 21st century - a number of decades from now - The Sparrow is the story of a charismatic Jesuit priest and talented linguist, Emilio Sandoz, who - in response to a remarkable radio signal from the depths of space - leads a scientific mission to make first contact with an extraterrestrial culture.

In the true tradition of Jesuit adventurers before him, Sandoz and his companions are prepared to endure isolation, suffering - even death - but nothing can prepare them for the civilisation they encounter. Or for the tragic misunderstanding that brings the mission to a devastating end. Once considered a living saint, Sandoz returns alone to Earth horrifically maimed, both physically and spiritually, the mission's sole survivor - only to be blamed for the mission's failure and accused of heinous crimes.

Détails

Auteur: Mary Doria Russell

Editeur: Black Swan

Date de parution: 11 1997

Poids: 346

Dimensions: 12,7 x 19,8 x 3,2

Prix publique: 16,40 €

Information complémentaires

Classification: Littérature générale

Code Classification: 3435

EAN-13: 9780552997775