The Fog of Trade War

The Remembrance of Earth's Past trilogy by Liu Cixin is a groundbreaking work of science fiction that delves into humanity's encounter with an alien civilization from a planetary system with three suns. The series explores themes of science, technology, and the survival of humanity in a universe where civilizations are often hostile. The trilogy includes The Three-Body Problem, The Dark Forest, and Death's End, each offering a unique perspective on the complexities of interstellar politics and the nature of the universe.

In 'A Fire Upon the Deep', Vernor Vinge explores a vast universe divided into 'zones of thought' where the potential of intelligent life varies greatly. The story begins with a human expedition that awakens a destructive artificial intelligence, the Blight, which threatens to destroy entire civilizations. Two children, Jefri and Johanna Olsndot, escape the initial destruction but are captured by the Tines, an intelligent dog-like alien species with a hive mind. Meanwhile, Ravna Bergsndot, an intergalactic librarian, and her companions embark on a perilous rescue mission to save the children and recover an artifact that could stop the Blight. The novel is renowned for its complex world-building, unique alien cultures, and blend of hard science fiction and high drama[1][2][5].