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"A compelling vision of a maybe-not-so-alternative reality." -Irene M. Pepperberg, PhD, author of Alex and Me An animal with near magical powers is brought back from extinction, but at what cost? Anthropologist Claire Knowland discovers DNA from a species the world has never seen before. Now, she faces an unprecedented opportunity: resurrecting an extinct elephant with near-supernatural abilities, but the project spirals into an ethical minefield as her team realizes the world may not be ready for this animal's very different form of intelligence, and that they have an obligation to protect…mehr

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"A compelling vision of a maybe-not-so-alternative reality." -Irene M. Pepperberg, PhD, author of Alex and Me An animal with near magical powers is brought back from extinction, but at what cost? Anthropologist Claire Knowland discovers DNA from a species the world has never seen before. Now, she faces an unprecedented opportunity: resurrecting an extinct elephant with near-supernatural abilities, but the project spirals into an ethical minefield as her team realizes the world may not be ready for this animal's very different form of intelligence, and that they have an obligation to protect him from those who covet his powers. Bringing ancient beings back to life attracts dangerous attention. As powerful forces conspire to seize control of their extraordinary creation, Claire and her team must defend the elephant-affably nicknamed Bart-who never asked to be reborn into the chaos of the twenty-first century. Enemies conspire to use the de-extinct species' powers for their own gain. Ultimately, circumstances force Bart to become aware of the perils of his situation, and his preternatural powers turn out to be the key to saving those around him, and his taking control of his destiny. From the author who challenged our understanding of evolution in Deep Past comes a provocative sci-fi thriller that blends realistic, cutting-edge science, globe-spanning intrigue, and profound moral conundrums. Perfect for fans of Michael Crichton and Douglas Preston, this thought-provoking science fiction action thriller explores the ethical boundaries of genetic engineering and de-extinction-and the price we pay when we cross them.
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Eugene Linden is an award-winning journalist and author on science, nature, and the environment. He has written eleven books, including hhis celebrated works on animal intelligence and climate change: Apes, Men, and Language, the New York Times Notable Book Silent Partners, and the bestselling The Parrot's Lament. His book, Winds of Change, which explored the connection between climate change and the rise and fall of civilizations, was awarded the Grantham Prize Special Award of Merit. His book Fire and Flood was named the American Meteorological Society's book of the year for 2023. For many years, Linden wrote about nature and global environmental issues for TIME where he garnered several awards including the American Geophysical Union's Walter Sullivan Award. He has also contributed to the New York Times, Foreign Affairs, and National Geographic, among many other publications.