Speed of Dark

Elizabeth Moon

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English

Orbit Books
13 December 2002

Science fiction; Hugo Award; Nebula Award

Lou is different to

normal

people. He interacts with the world in a way they do not understand. He might not see the things they see, however, but he also sees many things they do not. Lou is autistic.

One of his skills is an ability to find patterns in data: extraordinary, complex, beautiful patterns that not even the most powerful computers can comprehend. The company he works for has made considerable sums of money from Lou s work. But now they want Lou to change - to become

normal

like themselves. And he must face the greatest challenge of his life. To understand the speed of dark.

SPEED OF DARK is a powerful near-future thriller, the theme of which is both universal and intensely personal. It is dedicated to the author s own autistic son, and to other parents of autistic children,

in the hope that they also find that delight in difference .

Find out more about this title and others at www.orbitbooks.co.uk

By: Elizabeth Moon
Imprint: Orbit Books
Country of Publication: United Kingdom
Dimensions: Height: 179mm, Width: 110mm, Spine: 26mm
Weight: 240g
ISBN: 9781841491417
ISBN 10: 1841491411
Pages: 432
Publication Date: 13 December 2002
Audience: General/trade , ELT Advanced
Format: Paperback
Publisher's Status: Active

Author Website: www.elizabethmoon.com/

Elizabeth Moon has degrees in history and biology, and served as a commissioned officer in the U.S. Marine Corps. She lives outside of Austin, Texas with her husband and son.

Reviews for Speed of Dark

A fine novel ... Absolutely compelling - Greg Bear A must read! - Anne McCaffrey highly sensitive ... Moon documents poignantly their battle to interact with the world of shapes, sounds and feelings that are strangers to them - THE TIMES sympathetic and believable ...Moon's characters will stay with you for a long time - STARBURST