Babel 17 (5 points)

Babel 17 is a story that tells of interstellar war and one of those sides develops a new language that can be used on a weapon. I found myself feeling as if there was a lot of philosophy in the book. I realized I had to keep on thinking deeper, turning every corner. It was so fascinating that this took place in the future and had all these philosophical elements in the book.

The main philosophy is how language develops the perception of people. It also deals with the effects of language on people. So I started to understand that language could act like a parasite. The reasons why the language is considered a weapon. As well as well creating drastic effects on the human mind.

I also enjoyed learning about who the characters are. Ryda Wong is a captain on a starship. She is the main character of the book. It is most interesting that she is telepath and a poet as well. I find that just fascinating it takes place in space, although the elements of major themes play out.

Furthermore, government is an important aspect of the book. As I have mentioned there is a space war going on. So, people have to govern for sides in the conflict. They act like governments in today's world. For instance, there are government officials in the book. Some of which are only minor characters in the book; however, shape the identity of the book. 

To conclude, Babel 17 is one of the greatest sci-fi books I have ever read. It is convoluted in the description of the book. The book tells of things that belong in sci-fi books. A reason why the book is so good to read. When I have the chance I want to re-read the book. As it has been one of my favorites throughout the course. 

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