The Mote in God’s Eye

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gptkbp:instance_of gptkb:novel
gptkbp:adaptation gptkb:musical
gptkb:none
gptkb:radio_station
gptkb:graphic_novel
gptkb:book
gptkbp:adapted_into gptkb:none
gptkb:book
gptkbp:author gptkb:Larry_Niven
gptkb:Jerry_Pournelle
gptkbp:awards gptkb:award
Locus Award nomination
gptkbp:character_arc Roderick's growth throughout the story
gptkbp:character_development complex characters
gptkbp:character_relationships Roderick and Nadine
interactions between humans and aliens
gptkbp:conflict moral dilemmas
human vs alien
human vs human
diplomacy and understanding
gptkbp:contains suspenseful plot twists
gptkbp:cover_art gptkb:John_Berkey
gptkbp:critical_reception positive
gptkbp:cultural_impact inspired discussions on AI
inspired discussions on ethics
inspired discussions on alien life
inspired discussions on extraterrestrial life
gptkbp:cultural_references referenced in other media
gptkbp:dedicated_to gptkb:fandom
gptkbp:depicts interstellar politics
gptkbp:discusses ethics of exploration
the role of military in space
gptkbp:examines the impact of technology on society
gptkbp:explores the concept of coexistence
the nature of intelligence
the consequences of contact with aliens
gptkbp:features gptkb:advanced_technology
space travel
complex characters
alien species called Moties
gptkbp:follows humanity's first contact with an alien species
gptkbp:genre gptkb:Author
hard science fiction
gptkbp:has analyzed in academic studies
gptkbp:has_influence_on the portrayal of aliens in media
gptkbp:has_sequel gptkb:The_Gripping_Hand
gptkbp:historical_context reflects 1970s science fiction trends
https://www.w3.org/2000/01/rdf-schema#label The Mote in God’s Eye
gptkbp:includes scientific concepts
gptkbp:influenced future science fiction authors
the genre of hard science fiction
many science fiction works
the concept of alien diplomacy
the portrayal of aliens in fiction
gptkbp:influenced_by gptkb:Ray_Bradbury
gptkb:Robert_A._Heinlein
gptkb:H._G._Wells
gptkb:Frank_Herbert
gptkb:Ursula_K._Le_Guin
gptkb:Isaac_Asimov
gptkb:Philip_K._Dick
gptkb:Arthur_C._Clarke
gptkb:Childhood's_End
gptkb:The_War_of_the_Worlds
gptkb:The_Left_Hand_of_Darkness
real science
gptkbp:inspiration real scientific theories
gptkbp:inspired subsequent works in the genre
gptkbp:is_available_in audiobook format
ebook format
gptkbp:is_critical_for examined for its themes of communication
gptkbp:is_evaluated_by its scientific accuracy
gptkbp:is_known_for its detailed world-building
gptkbp:is_motivated_by survival and understanding
gptkbp:is_noted_for its engaging narrative
gptkbp:is_often_compared_to other first contact stories
gptkbp:is_often_used_in science fiction readers.
gptkbp:is_part_of the hard science fiction subgenre
gptkbp:is_recognized_for its thought-provoking themes
gptkbp:is_referenced_in gptkb:organization
gptkbp:is_studied_in science fiction courses
gptkbp:isbn 978-1416550682
gptkbp:language English
gptkbp:legacy remains a reference point in sci-fi discussions
gptkbp:main_character gptkb:Zord
gptkb:Lieutenant_Mary_E._Blaine
gptkb:The_Moties
Captain Roderick Blaine
gptkbp:narrative_style third-person
multiple perspectives
third-person perspective
multi-layered storytelling
gptkbp:next_edition hardcover
gptkbp:notable_film science fiction literature
gptkbp:notable_quote “ The Mote in God’s Eye is a classic of science fiction.”
gptkbp:page_count 384
gptkbp:performance highly regarded
gptkbp:philosophy what it means to be human
gptkbp:plot exploration of an alien civilization
gptkbp:plot_twist unexpected revelations about the aliens
gptkbp:published_by gptkb:1974
gptkbp:publisher gptkb:Simon_&_Schuster
gptkbp:reader_demographic adult readers
thought-provoking
varied interpretations of the ending
gptkbp:received positive reviews
gptkbp:sequel gptkb:The_Gripping_Hand
gptkbp:series Niven and Pournelle's Co-Dominion
The Mote in God’s Eye series
gptkbp:set_in the future
gptkbp:setting gptkb:spacecraft
future
the Mote system
the Mote's unique environment
gptkbp:significance the science fiction canon
considered a seminal work
gptkbp:symbolism the ship
the Eye
the Mote
the Mote as a metaphor for isolation
gptkbp:symbolizes humanity's flaws
alien perspectives
gptkbp:thematic_element the nature of intelligence
gptkbp:theme gptkb:humanity
gptkb:psychologist
first contact
humanity's place in the universe
alien intelligence
gptkbp:themes gptkb:political_intrigue
first contact
cultural misunderstanding
gptkbp:translated_into multiple languages
gptkbp:work collaborative writing
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gptkbp:bfsLayer 4