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Story of Your Life
Book • 2002
In 'Story of Your Life,' Ted Chiang tells the story of Dr. Louise Banks, a linguist recruited by the U.S.
military to decipher the language of aliens who have landed on Earth.
The narrative alternates between Louise's past interactions with the aliens, known as heptapods, and her future memories of her daughter.
As Louise learns the heptapods' written language, Heptapod B, she begins to perceive time non-linearly, seeing all moments of her life simultaneously.
This raises profound questions about free will, determinism, and the human experience of time.
The story is a deep exploration of language, cognition, and the emotional impact of knowing one's future.
military to decipher the language of aliens who have landed on Earth.
The narrative alternates between Louise's past interactions with the aliens, known as heptapods, and her future memories of her daughter.
As Louise learns the heptapods' written language, Heptapod B, she begins to perceive time non-linearly, seeing all moments of her life simultaneously.
This raises profound questions about free will, determinism, and the human experience of time.
The story is a deep exploration of language, cognition, and the emotional impact of knowing one's future.
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Gwern Branwen as a story he initially misunderstood but later came to appreciate for its unique perspective on time and perception.
Gwern Branwen as a story he initially misunderstood but later came to appreciate for its unique perspective on time and perception.
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Gwern Branwen - How an Anonymous Researcher Predicted AI's Trajectory
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David Deutsch as an author whose short stories explore complex themes of time, aliens, and telepathy.
David Deutsch as an author whose short stories explore complex themes of time, aliens, and telepathy.
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The Deutsch Files I
Based on a beautiful short story, mentioned by 
Mallory Rubin , is a great example of a deeply complex story logic.
Mallory Rubin , is a great example of a deeply complex story logic.
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Lisa Kaltenegger in the context of communication challenges with extraterrestrial life.
Lisa Kaltenegger in the context of communication challenges with extraterrestrial life.
1050: Lisa Kaltenegger | In Search of Alien Life and Livable Worlds
Mentioned by Jessica Kuhn as the science fiction novella that introduced her to linguistics.
'Arrival': How To Talk To Aliens
