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Blindsight

Book • 2008
Published in 2006, *Blindsight* follows a crew of astronauts on the ship Theseus as they investigate a trans-Neptunian comet transmitting an unidentified radio signal.

The novel delves into themes of consciousness, free will, artificial intelligence, neurology, and game theory.

Narrated by Siri Keeton, a synthesist with a unique neurological condition, the story raises questions about the essential character of consciousness and its necessity for human experience.

The novel also features vampires resurrected through genetic engineering and aliens that challenge traditional notions of consciousness and communication.

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as a book that highlights the fallibility of human minds.
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as a very good alien contact science fiction novel.
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when giving a great definition of a great brand.
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Phill Agnew
, mentioning it as his personal favorite, written years ago but still fantastic and often referenced.
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as a science fiction novel about a first contact scenario where aliens pick up yapping signals from Earth and perceive them as a threat.
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