Edward M. Lerner Orden de los libros (cronológico)

Das Volk der Puppenspieler ist überaus ängstlich. Während ihrer Flucht vor der Supernova im Zentrum der Galaxis haben sie viele Gefahren nur knapp überlebt. Sie ahnen nicht, dass ihnen die größte Katastrophe erst noch bevorsteht ... die endgültige Auslöschung durch einen mächtigen Feind.

Set in a universe near the galactic core, intelligent species face the imminent threat of a catastrophic explosion. Some manage to escape in time, while others are left to confront their fate. The narrative explores themes of survival, intelligence, and the consequences of cosmic events, highlighting the resilience and adaptability of life in the face of impending doom.

Loutkáři již dlouho usměrňují běh světa. Nyní však přichází tajný agent Sigmund Ausfaller, aby chránil pozemské zájmy proti konspiracím namířeným proti Zemi. Je paranoik, což je nejlepší kvalifikací. A nachází i sobě rovného - Nessuse organizujícího zrádce a protivníky Země v zájmu loutkářů, nejstarší civilizace, která vyvinula brilantní technologie. Sigmund odjakživa věděl, že jednou špatně skončí, a teď nabývá jeho osud tvaru. Nikdy by si nedovedl představit, kam až jej vyšetřování zavede, nebo že jeho osud splyne s osudem celého světa.

Exploring the dynamics between Humans and Puppeteers, this novel delves into the intricate relationships and events that precede the acclaimed Ringworld series. Collaborating with Edward M. Lerner, Niven expands his Known Space universe, offering a fresh perspective on its lore. The narrative sets the stage for the conflicts and alliances that shape the future of this richly imagined world.

For too long, the Puppeteers have controlled the fate of worlds. Now Sigmund is pulling the strings... Covert agent Sigmund Ausfaller is Earth's secret weapon, humanity's best defense against all conspiracies, real and potential - and imaginary - of foes both human and alien. Who better than a brilliant paranoid to expose the devious plots of others? He may finally have met his match in Nessus, representative of the secretive Puppeteers, the elder race who wield vastly superior technologies. Nessus schemes in the shadows with Earth's traitors and adversaries, even after the race he represents abruptly vanishes from Known Space. As a paranoid, Sigmund had always known things would end horribly for him. Only the when, where, how, why, and by whom of it all had eluded him. That fog has begun to lift... But even Sigmund has never imagined how far his investigations will take him - or that his destiny is entwined with the fates of worlds.