Ender's Game by:Orson Scott Card

[InklingElf]

This is not a Tolkien book, however since it is not indicated that the books discussed here are to be of the likes, I have taken the liberty to talk of a different book [besides, this forum really needs some progression].

//genre:sci-fi

//author: Orson Scott Card

//synopsis: Aliens [a.k.a. buggers] have invaded and attacked earth twice and nearly destroyed the human species. To make sure humans will win the next encounter, the International Fleet [I.F.] has taken to breeding new kinds of soldiers. Tough. Strategic. But most impotantly, children. They are the geniouses that will fight the war for the human race. The early training,not surprisingly, takes the form of 'games'. Ender/Andrew Wiggin is the genious among geniouses. He wins ALL the games. Now the fate of humanity rests upon him.

//opinion: If you've read the book, you know this is intense. Although the prodigious minds of the children portrayed may not seem credible, it is utterly surprising how Card, the author, taking in account how young and old children can be [as he says in is dedication].

Just one question: Is it possible that Valentine [Ender's sister] and Peter [brother] are related and take effect on Ender's ingeniuty? All three children are prodigies -- but Ender was the only child to succeed in selection for Battle School. Peter is too tough. Valentine is too soft -- but both seem to share the same intellect [in their own ways]. Could it be that Ender's emotional behavior was reason for his selection?

If you've read the book, or reading it, I'd be delighted by your reply. As for the rest -- what do you think, even if the lack of information is at hand?

[Mippin]

Well, I have not read the book yet, but from those I've talked to who have, the book seems to come highly recommended. It seems interesting, and I'd love to read it soon, then I could perhaps get back to you on the question

[Lëowen]

I've read Ender's Game, along with its companion, Ender's Shadow (it's about Bean). I really enjoyed reading Ender's Game, and I've never seen a book quite like it before.
I would highly recommend both books to anyone who hasn't read them already.

BTW, there is an entire Ender Saga besides Ender's Game, including Ender's Shadow, Shadow of the Hedgemon, Speaker for the Dead, and a few others I can't remember. I've only read the first two I mentioned, though.

[InklingElf]

have you read SHADOW PUPPETS? I'm planning to read it -- but so far I haven't recieved any good feedback for it

[Enders Game]

Just one question: Is it possible that Valentine [Ender's sister] and Peter [brother] are related and take effect on Ender's ingeniuty? All three children are prodigies -- but Ender was the only child to succeed in selection for Battle School. Peter is too tough. Valentine is too soft -- but both seem to share the same intellect [in their own ways]. Could it be that Ender's emotional behavior was reason for his selection?

I think much of the reason Ender was selected was actually written in the book. Ender had a big heart like Valentine did, but when someone pushed him too far is when he would fight back. The book stated that the biggest reason was that when Ender fought back, it wasn't just to win the [glow=red,2,300]battle[/glow], it was to win the [glow=red,2,300]war[/glow].

Me personally, I think Ender had the integrity of Valentine. He had a compassion for other people. I think this also played in the selection of Ender since the battle school Commanders saw someone they could easily control.

Yeah, i've read all the books LOL I think the last parallel he released is the only one I haven't read yet. Thought you might be interested in this too...

www.frescopictures.com/movies/ender/endersgame_update.html

They're working on a movie script for Ender's game. They're going to use that book and Ender's Shadow as a basis for the script.

[Ti'annara]

Sorry, that was me above ;D Evil Compu-Hai logged me out in the middle of my message

[Luki]

Guest-Enders said:

I think much of the reason Ender was selected was actually written in the book. Ender had a big heart like Valentine did, but when someone pushed him too far is when he would fight back. The book stated that the biggest reason was that when Ender fought back, it wasn't just to win the [glow=red,2,300]battle[/glow], it was to win the [glow=red,2,300]war[/glow].

Me personally, I think Ender had the integrity of Valentine. He had a compassion for other people. I think this also played in the selection of Ender since the battle school Commanders saw someone they could easily control.

Yeah, i've read all the books LOL I think the last parallel he released is the only one I haven't read yet. Thought you might be interested in this too...

www.frescopictures.com/movies/ender/endersgame_update.html

They're working on a movie script for Ender's game. They're going to use that book and Ender's Shadow as a basis for the script.

I've read the book along with several of his other books, he is my favorate other.

I've read the following of his books:

From the Ender's Series.

-"Ender's Game"
-"Speaker for the Dead"
-"Xenocide"
-"Children of the Mind"
-"Ender's Shadow"

From the Homecoming Series.
-"The Memory of Earth"
-"The Call of Earth"
-"The Ships of Earth"
-"Earthfall"
-"Earthborn"

I'm getting ready to read two more of his books. They are in the Ender's series, "Shadow of the Hegemon" and "Shadow Puppets".

heh, these are all of his books that i've read in the last year, which is all of the books i've read of his, because i didn't start reading his books until alomost a year ago.

and i couldn't of said it better myself, that is really the reason why he was choosen.

I've also heard of the movie. it's been in development for some time now. I can't wait though it will be great. even though they will have a hard time getting kids young enough but mature enough to play the parts.

Me personaly think they should use an anime style movie, or they could fully computer animate the whole thing, like Final Fantasy movie.

[Ashael's Blaze]

I don't have a whole lot to say by way of discussion of this book... except that it was beautiful, well-crafted, and profoundly touching. At least for me, two years ago. Ender made such a surreal - yet believable - hero, and I really commend Orson Scott Card on his character developemnt.

Having said that, I found the amount of mildly... vulgar... material scattered throughout a little disappointing. I could have done without that from little boys...

Good book, Mr. Card!