The Three Body Problem

Chinese author Liu Cixin wrote The Three-Body Problem, which was published in 2008. It is the first book in the "Remembrance of Earth's Past" trilogy. The story weaves together elements of physics, politics, and human nature, taking readers on a journey that spans both time and space.

The novel begins during the Cultural Revolution in China, where a young astrophysicist named Ye Wenjie witnesses her father's death at the hands of Red Guards. This traumatic event sets the stage for her involvement in a mysterious virtual reality game called "Three Body," which introduces her to a secret society called the "Earth-Trisolaris Organization."

Ye Wenjie's story intersects with that of Wang Miao. Wang is a a contemporary nanomaterials researcher who becomes entangled in a series of perplexing events. As Wang delves deeper into the game and its connection to scientific research, he uncovers a shocking truth. Earth is facing an impending invasion by an advanced alien civilization from the Trisolaris star system.

Throughout The Three Body Problem, Liu Cixin explores complex scientific concepts and intertwines them with political intrigue. He presents a bleak and thought-provoking portrayal of humanity's response to the impending threat. He touches on themes such as the nature of civilization, the limits of scientific knowledge, and the choices people make.