No Enemy But Time
No Enemy But Time
Book Brief
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Novel • Fiction
East Africa • Prehistory
2000
Adult
18+ years
Super Short Summary
No Enemy But Time by Michael Bishop follows a person's journey through time to prehistoric Africa. The individual explores life among early human ancestors, experiencing their culture and survival challenges. The narrative addresses themes of identity, adaptation, and understanding one's place in a broader historical context.
Contemplative
Mysterious
Fantastical
Emotional
Adventurous
Reviews & Readership
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Review Roundup
No Enemy But Time by Michael Bishop is lauded for its imaginative narrative and thought-provoking exploration of time travel, cultural heritage, and identity. Critics praise Bishop’s rich prose and intricate world-building. However, some find the pacing uneven and the plot occasionally convoluted. Overall, it remains a compelling read with deep thematic resonance.
Who Should Read No Enemy But Time?
Fans of speculative fiction and evolutionary anthropology will enjoy Michael Bishop's No Enemy But Time. Ideal for readers captivated by time travel and introspective journeys, akin to H.G. Wells' The Time Machine and Octavia Butler's Kindred. Perfect for those seeking a blend of history, science, and human emotion.
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No Enemy But Time won the prestigious 1982 Nebula Award for Best Novel, recognizing its excellence in the science fiction genre.
Michael Bishop has noted that the title of No Enemy But Time was inspired by a line from the Welsh poet Dylan Thomas's poem, "A Refusal to Mourn the Death, by Fire, of a Child in London."
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The novel is known for its complex exploration of human evolution and time travel, reflecting Bishop's interest in anthropology and history.
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Novel • Fiction
East Africa • Prehistory
2000
Adult
18+ years
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