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Science Fiction· Poland

Unternehmen „Stardust“

by Karl-Herbert Scheer
Aggregate Editorial Score30/100
#102,497of 99,626 books
Publishers Weekly
Published 1969English
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About This Book

Karl-Herbert Scheer's Unternehmen „Stardust“ (1969) stands as one of the most significant works of science fiction of its era. A groundbreaking work of science fiction, Unternehmen „Stardust“ by Karl-Herbert Scheer (1969) envisions futures that continue to feel urgent and prophetic.

Book Details

AuthorKarl-Herbert Scheer
Published1969
Country of Origin🇵🇱 Poland
LanguageEnglish
Category🚀 Science Fiction
ISBN226501365X
Editorial Score30/100
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Country of Origin

🇵🇱 Poland

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Editorial Assessment

Unternehmen „Stardust“ by Karl-Herbert Scheer sits within the tradition of science fiction that treats language as seriously as plot. Published in 1969 in Poland, it engages with the human condition in ways that have earned it lasting critical attention. With an editorial score of 30/100 drawn from 1 independent sources, the book occupies a well-documented position in the critical literature. Its recognition spans international prizes, "best of" lists, and academic surveys. Readers coming to Unternehmen „Stardust“ for the first time will find a work that rewards patience. The book's handling of the human condition is layered rather than didactic, and a second reading often reveals dimensions the first pass only hinted at. Within Poland's literary landscape, Karl-Herbert Scheer occupies a significant position. Unternehmen „Stardust“ is both a personal artistic statement and a contribution to a tradition shaped by the country's history and cultural concerns.
About this assessment: Editorial scores are aggregated from 1 independent sources including major literary prizes, critical surveys, and leading publications. Our editorial team reviews and contextualises this data. Rankings reflect critical consensus, not personal opinion or popularity metrics. Learn about our methodology.

Awards & Recognition

Publishers Weekly
notable · national
196930
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About the Author
Karl-Herbert Scheer
Poland
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Karl-Herbert Scheer is a Poland author whose work in science fiction has earned recognition from readers and critics alike.

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Unternehmen „Stardust“ was written by Karl-Herbert Scheer, first published in 1969. Karl-Herbert Scheer is recognized as a significant author in the field of science fiction.

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