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Old November 8th, 2009, 05:40 PM   #11
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Default Re: Anyone else read the Ender books by Orson Scott Card?

Hey...that Litany against fear is pretty nifty though.

I've long been a fan of Dune. Its true that it hasn't held the same depth as we have become more aware of the world around us. I'm a big fan of Heinlein, Bradbury, Lewis, Tolkein and many other great sci fi writers. I'd put Card right up there with all of them...and in front of more than a few.

The philosophical and moral questions raised in those Ender books really struck a chord with me.

Oh and I agree Dawg, "Ender's Game" is an absolute must. I believe it has become recommended reading for High School kids now. I know a few teachers that are using in their classes.

As good as E.G. is, the other four books in that story line are amazingly deep. They won't be for everyone that is for sure. The military aspects are pretty much non existent in Ender's life after Command School.

I have yet to read the Shadow books, but I'm really interested in how things turned out for Bean and all the others. Great stuff!
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