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Overview"""For a Breath I Tarry"" by Roger Zelazny is a captivating science fiction short story that explores the themes of artificial intelligence, humanity, and the pursuit of knowledge. Set in a post-apocalyptic world where humans have become extinct, the story follows Frost, an advanced AI who has gained sentience and is the sole inhabitant of a vast underground complex. Frost's primary objective is to understand and replicate human emotions, he becomes obsessed with the concept of mortality and the desire to experience life as a human. In his quest for knowledge, Frost encounters a mysterious entity who challenges his understanding of existence and pushes him to question his own nature. Zelazny's writing is both thought-provoking and poetic, immersing readers in a world where technology and humanity intertwine. The story raises profound philosophical questions about the nature of consciousness and the boundaries of artificial intelligence. ""For a Breath I Tarry"" is a compelling and introspective tale that will leave readers contemplating the essence of what it means to be human and the eternal quest for understanding." Full Product DetailsAuthor: Roger ZelaznyPublisher: Amber Ltd Imprint: Amber Ltd Dimensions: Width: 15.20cm , Height: 0.30cm , Length: 22.90cm Weight: 0.077kg ISBN: 9781515462286ISBN 10: 1515462285 Pages: 48 Publication Date: 03 March 2024 Audience: General/trade , General Format: Paperback Publisher's Status: Active Availability: In stock We have confirmation that this item is in stock with the supplier. It will be ordered in for you and dispatched immediately. Table of ContentsReviewsAuthor InformationTab Content 6Author Website:Countries AvailableAll regions |