Hominids

The Neanderthal Parallax, Book 1

De: Robert J. Sawyer

Narrado por: Jonathan Davis, Robert J. Sawyer

Neanderthals have developed a radically different civilization on a parallel Earth. A Neanderthal physicist, Ponter Boddit, accidentally passes from his universe into a Canadian underground research facility. Fortunately, a team of human scientists, including expert paleo-anthropologist Mary Vaughan, promptly identifies and warmly receives Ponter. Solving the language problem and much else is a mini-computer, called a Companion, implanted in the brain of every Neanderthal. A computerized guardian spirit, however, doesn't eliminate cross-cultural confusion; permanent male-female sexuality, rape, and overpopulation are all alien to Ponter. Nor can it help his housemate and fellow scientist back in his world, Adikor Huld, when the authorities charge Adikor with his murder.

BONUS AUDIO: Author Robert J. Sawyer explains why Ponter Boddit is his favorite among all the characters he's created.

Hunt and gather: listen to more in the Neanderthal Parallax trilogy.©2002 by Robert J. Sawyer (P)2008 Audible, Inc.

Reseñas de la Crítica

• Hugo Award Winner, Best Novel, 2003

"Sawyer is a writer of boundless confidence and bold scientific extrapolation." (The New York Times)

Excellent!

I initially bought this book because it was on sale. I really didn't know what to expect and figured I might as well try it as it was a super low price. Boy was I glad I did!

It was truly an excellent story that was entertaining, extremely well narrated, and brought up some interesting philosophical questions about the nature of people and quantum physics.

I recommend it highly.

Perfect for Sci Fi Fans

This entire series is a must for sci fi fans. Smart, fast paced, integrated - I wish there were more.

Why do we do what we do?

Where does Hominids rank among all the audiobooks you’ve listened to so far?

One of the best books ( part of a series) that I've listened to.

What did you like best about this story?

I found that the story was sort of a summary reflection on human civilization, more specifically, why are the rules of our society what they are? An alternative is offered, and is presented logically in the form of a captivating story. I found it to be thought provoking and I have to admire the author's skill at weaving all the threads together. I think it is more than just a story.

Having said that, it is a great story, and you can ignore the philosophical discussion if you wished, and still enjoy it.

I would classify the theme more along the lines of a romantic novel, using the sci-fi aspect as a very good reason for the story to take place. The story is upbeat and positive. Lots of humor in it as well.

The narration is excellent: the characters are readily recognised by the vocal inflections used, which seem quite consistent throughout. Some other books I listen to, I get confused by characters that have different names but sound the same, like it is being read from a book, but that is not the case in this performance.

Be prepared to buy all 3 in the series!

Thought provoking

I appreciated the detail and logic used in the creation of his parallel universe. The other two books in the trilogy are in my cart!

A Tad Corny

Would you say that listening to this book was time well-spent? Why or why not?

Fun "read," but a little lame...especially the two-dimensional characters. It reads like it's dying to become a movie (and would probably do really well).

Who was your favorite character and why?

Louise, she sounded really hot!

What do you think the narrator could have done better?

The different voices were getting a little difficult to follow; also, I'm not a fan of hearing a male narrator imitate a female voice. It sounds like a Monty Python skit.

Did Hominids inspire you to do anything?

Yeah, download the second book and see if it's any better.