Ringworld; The Shipwreck

Description

Ringworld, by Larry Niven, is a masterpiece of hard science fiction, winner of the Hugo, Nebula, and Locus Awards in 1971. The story follows four explorers—two humans and two aliens—who are sent to investigate a gigantic artificial ring-shaped structure orbiting a distant star. After an accident, they must survive in this unknown world, facing primitive civilizations, strange ecosystems, and technological challenges. The novel stands out for its scientific rigor, its boundless imagination, and its veiled critique of globalization, fanaticism, and luck as an evolutionary force.

The shipwreck, although less well-known, complements the volume with a story of a more introspective or adventurous tone, depending on the edition. In some versions, it is a short story that explores the consequences of a space accident, with philosophical overtones and ethical dilemmas. Its inclusion alongside Ringworld gives the volume a balance between speculative epic and more intimate narrative.

This Edisan edition is especially appreciated for its understated design, high-quality paper, and for being part of a collection considered cult by many in the Spanish-speaking world.