#9489
Mentioned in 3 episodes
Old Man's War
Book • 2005
In 'Old Man's War,' John Scalzi tells the story of John Perry, a 75-year-old man who joins the Colonial Defense Force (CDF) to protect humanity's interplanetary colonies.
After transferring his consciousness into a genetically enhanced younger body, Perry undergoes rigorous training and participates in various battles against alien species.
The novel explores the themes of identity, duty, and the human condition in a futuristic setting where older individuals bring their life experiences to the forefront of military service.
Despite its flaws, the book is praised for its engaging characters, humor, and well-conceptualized universe.
After transferring his consciousness into a genetically enhanced younger body, Perry undergoes rigorous training and participates in various battles against alien species.
The novel explores the themes of identity, duty, and the human condition in a futuristic setting where older individuals bring their life experiences to the forefront of military service.
Despite its flaws, the book is praised for its engaging characters, humor, and well-conceptualized universe.
Mentioned by
Mentioned in 3 episodes
Recommended by Doug Curtis after receiving a gift of Audible credits and asking ChatGPT for recommendations based on his preferences.
SN 1008: HOTP and TOTP - SyncThing, Auto-Updates, Sci-Fi Recs
