Statements (64)
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gptkbp:instance_of |
gptkb:novel
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gptkbp:bfsLayer |
4
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gptkbp:bfsParent |
gptkb:Alfred_Bester
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gptkbp:adaptation |
gptkb:none
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gptkbp:adapted_into |
gptkb:radio_station
graphic novel. |
gptkbp:author |
gptkb:Alfred_Bester
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gptkbp:awards |
gptkb:award
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gptkbp:character_arc |
Foyle's journey of self-discovery.
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gptkbp:character_development |
Gully Foyle's transformation from a common man to a powerful figure.
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gptkbp:character_relationships |
Foyle and his enemies.
Foyle and his love interest. Foyle and the crew of the spaceship. |
gptkbp:conflict |
man vs. society.
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gptkbp:cover_art |
gptkb:Richard_Powers
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gptkbp:cultural_impact |
inspired various works in science fiction.
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gptkbp:cultural_significance |
examines the human condition.
addresses themes of revenge and redemption. reflects societal fears of the future. |
gptkbp:followed_by |
The Computer Connection
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gptkbp:genre |
gptkb:Author
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https://www.w3.org/2000/01/rdf-schema#label |
The Star Is My Destination
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gptkbp:influenced |
cyberpunk genre
video games. films. television series. |
gptkbp:influenced_artists |
space opera.
Philip K. Dick. Neal Stephenson. William Gibson. dystopian fiction. hard science fiction. |
gptkbp:influences |
gptkb:The_Stars_My_Destination
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gptkbp:inspiration |
Dumas' The Count of Monte Cristo
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gptkbp:is_critical_for |
discusses the impact of technology.
examines themes of isolation. explores the nature of humanity. |
gptkbp:is_evaluated_by |
widely regarded as a classic
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gptkbp:is_motivated_by |
Foyle's desire for revenge.
Foyle's need for acceptance. Foyle's quest for identity. |
gptkbp:isbn |
978-0-345-39180-3
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gptkbp:language |
English
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gptkbp:main_character |
gptkb:Gully_Foyle
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gptkbp:narrative_style |
third-person
non-linear storytelling. foreshadowing. flashbacks. experimental. symbolism. |
gptkbp:notable_quote |
' I am Gully Foyle.'
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gptkbp:page_count |
320
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gptkbp:plot_summary |
A man seeks revenge after being abandoned in space.
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gptkbp:published_by |
gptkb:1956
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gptkbp:publisher |
gptkb:Doubleday
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gptkbp:reader_demographic |
positive reviews.
influential in the genre. considered a must-read. |
gptkbp:setting |
future
23rd century. |
gptkbp:symbolism |
the star represents hope and ambition.
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gptkbp:themes |
gptkb:Transformation
gptkb:TV_series gptkb:revenge |