A Heritage of Stars by Clifford D. Simak

A Heritage of Stars

Clifford D. Simak

219 pages first pub 1977 (view editions)

fiction science fiction adventurous challenging mysterious medium-paced
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A Heritage of Stars is ideal for readers who enjoy speculative journeys that blend mythic quests with philosophical questions about humanity’s resilience and the duality of progress.

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A man hunts for lost knowledge in a future society that's reverted to a primitive tribal state in this novel by the author of Way Station. More than a thousand years have passed since humankind intentionally destroyed its treacherous technology, c...

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Community Reviews

3.46
based on 71 reviews

Moods

adventurous: 100%

hopeful: 66%

mysterious: 66%

reflective: 66%

funny: 33%


Pace

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50% of readers chose medium
25% of readers chose slow
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Plot or character driven?

66% of readers chose Plot
33% of readers chose A mix
Plot
A mix

Strong character development?

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Loveable characters?

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Yes

Diverse cast of characters?

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Flaws of characters a main focus?

100% of readers chose No
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