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Tuf Voyaging

George R.R. Martin
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Tuf Voyaging

Fiction | Anthology/Varied Collection | Adult | Published in 2004

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George R.R. Martin

Tuf Voyaging

Fiction | Anthology/Varied Collection | Adult | Published in 2004
Book Details
Pages

448

Format

Anthology/Varied Collection • Fiction

Setting

The Galaxy • Future

Theme
Publication Year

2004

Audience

Adult

Recommended Reading Age

18+ years

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Super Short Summary

Tuf Voyaging is a science fiction novel by George R.R. Martin, featuring Haviland Tuf, an independent trader and ecological engineer. The story follows Tuf as he acquires a powerful seedship, "The Ark," and embarks on various missions to solve ecological and ethical challenges across the galaxy. The book is a compilation of linked stories, including "A Beast for Norn" and "Guardians."

Mysterious

Contemplative

Humorous

Adventurous

Fantastical

Reviews & Readership

4.3

15,184 ratings

80%

Loved it

15%

Mixed feelings

5%

Not a fan

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Review Roundup

Tuf Voyaging by George R.R. Martin is praised for its imaginative world-building and clever social commentary. Readers appreciate the wit and depth of the central character, Tuf. However, some critics find the episodic structure disjointed and the pacing uneven. Overall, it's a thought-provoking exploration of power and ethics in science fiction.

Who should read this

Who Should Read Tuf Voyaging?

Readers who enjoy Tuf Voyaging by George R.R. Martin are typically fans of witty science fiction with moral and ecological themes. They may also appreciate the humor and societal critiques found in Douglas Adams' The Hitchhiker's Guide to the Galaxy and Terry Pratchett's Discworld series.

4.3

15,184 ratings

80%

Loved it

15%

Mixed feelings

5%

Not a fan

Book Details
Pages

448

Format

Anthology/Varied Collection • Fiction

Setting

The Galaxy • Future

Theme
Publication Year

2004

Audience

Adult

Recommended Reading Age

18+ years

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