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Friday

Friday is a science fiction novel that follows the journey of a young boy named Friday, who is left alone on Earth after a global catastrophe. The story delves into the boy's struggle to adapt to his new reality and his quest to find others who have survived the disaster. more

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Robert A. Heinlein
Robert A. Heinlein

Robert A. Heinlein was an American science fiction writer, hailed as a master in the field of science fiction. His works have had a profound impact on the development of science fiction literature, with classics such as 'Starship Troopers' and 'The Time Machine'. more

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