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Solaris

Fiction | Novel | Adult | Published in 1961

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In Solaris, humans have achieved interstellar travel. With that said, why has the titular planet caught researchers’ attention? Include evidence from the text.

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Why do the scientists of the space station feel compelled to eliminate their visitors? Include evidence from the text.

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What can be understood about Dr. Gibarian despite him being deceased when Kris arrives at the station? Why do you think he died by suicide?

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