In the future, scientists have a machine called the TruthSeer that allows them to observe the past. Tagiri, a historian, and Kemal, a Turkish researcher, discover that a group of people from the future have already tried to change history by preventing Columbus's voyage, hoping to avoid the destruction of the Americas. They decide to go back and alter the past in a different way, by changing what Columbus himself does. Orson Scott Card's novel mixes time travel with a reconsideration of Columbus and the Taino, Aztec and Inca peoples.
It suits readers who like idea-driven science fiction and alternate history. It is a thoughtful book for those curious about how stories about the past are told.
Balanced in tone; a moderate read.
Best for readers like The Story Seeker. Which reader are you?
- Published
- 1996
- Language
- EN
