The Cosmic Computer by H. Beam Piper
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In "The Cosmic Computer," H. Beam Piper introduces us to Conn Maxwell, a man on a quest to find Merlin, a legendary supercomputer said to hold immense power and knowledge. However, the search for Merlin turns out to be a Pandora's box of galactic proportions, leading Conn and his team into danger, deception, and ethical quandaries.
What begins as a straightforward quest evolves into a nuanced narrative that raises questions about the implications of unearthing powerful lost technologies. A treat for SFcrowsnest's explorers of space opera, this tale deftly combines adventure with ponderings on the responsibilities that come with wielding great power.