Summary - A Desolation Called Peace: Based On The Book By Arkady Martine

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Duration: 0H 24min
Language: English
Format
Category: Non-Fiction

SUMMARY

A DESOLATION CALLED PEACE

BASED ON THE BOOK BY ARKADY MARTINE

SUMMARY WRITTEN BY: BRIEF BOOKS PUBLISHING

CONTENT

Prelude - The "We" and the Hunger

Interdict Suspended - The Emperor's New Yaotlek

Political Maneuvering - Challenges to Authority

Return of the Scout - The First Encounter

The Alien Threat - A Deadly Encounter

Lsel Station - The Returned Ambassador

The Meeting with Amnardbat - A Demand for Memory

The Emperor's Heir - Learning in the Tunnels

Three Seagrass's Reassignment - A Diplomat for Aliens

General Analysis

ABOUT THE ORIGINAL BOOK

"A Desolation Called Peace" by Arkady Martine, explores themes of power, identity, and the consequences of war amidst a complex political landscape. The story follows multiple characters: Nine Hibiscus, a newly appointed military leader facing political challenges and a mysterious alien enemy; Mahit Dzmare, a former ambassador caught between two cultures and her own fragmented memories; and Eight Antidote, the Emperor's heir, learning about power from the shadows of the palace. When an alien threat appears, defying conventional understanding and communication, the characters are forced to confront their roles and make difficult decisions. The plot revolves around political intrigue, military strategy, and the search for meaning in a time of crisis, highlighting the interconnectedness of personal and political destinies.

Release date

Audiobook: 12 February 2025