The Three-Body Problem Series

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The Three-Body Problem Series by Liu Cixin is a hard science fiction trilogy that explores humanity's first contact with an alien civilization and its profound implications on human society. The series begins with The Three-Body Problem, set during China's Cultural Revolution, where astrophysicist Ye Wenjie initiates contact with the Trisolarans, a civilization from a planet with three suns. This contact sets off a chain of events that spans centuries, involving scientists, military operations, and a virtual reality game that mirrors the unpredictable climate of the Trisolarans' home planet. The series continues with The Dark Forest and concludes with Death's End, each book expanding the narrative across vast timelines and exploring themes of existential survival, technological advancement, and societal transformation. The trilogy delves into complex scientific concepts, such as the three-body problem in orbital mechanics, and philosophical questions about the universe's nature and humanity's place within it. Through its intricate plot and vast scope, the series examines the consequences of encountering life beyond Earth and the strategies humanity might employ to survive in a potentially hostile universe.