The Pleistocene Redemption is Dan Gallagher's prehistoric
science fiction / spiritual thriller about ancient mysteries
and extinct species regeneration (megafauna, Cro-Magnon &
Neanderthal). Can genetic engineering fulfill the prophecy of
the resurrection of humankind by creating genetic weapons?
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The Pleistocene Redemption,
Dan Gallagher. An author can't review his own work! So, please
read the comments of others by pressing the hypertext below. By
way of description, it is an allegory, spanning twenty years of
future scientific and spiritual discovery. Geneticist Kevin G.
Harrigan learns more about human nature and destiny than he
wanted! He redeems fossil genetic material to regenerate
fantastic animals, including human sub-species, which became
extinct over the last several hundred thousand years. "At the dawn of humanity, a whisper was heard
amidst the din of fantastic beasts. Soon, the voice and the
beasts will be heard again. But will this herald a new dawn
... or the sunset of humankind?" As science fiction,
this work follows in the footsteps of Jurassic Park but
is no rehash of it at all! As spiritual thriller, it is a sharp
and controversial retort to The Celestine Prophecy.
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Reading Group Discussion Questions:
1. Given the narrator’s point of view throughout – and the story’s last sentence – who do you believe the narrator to be?
2. The quotes at the start of each chapter, and/or the near-end-first structure of the novel, might give you a sense of destiny unfolding. If so, how does this vision compare with major religions’ prophecies? What would a convergence of these prophecies look like?
3. Within the story, you’ll find allegorical elements, symbolism, metaphor, even anagrams. To what extent do they force self-examination, and examination of social issues?
4. How and why does Harrigan change over the twenty years of this story? How have spiritual experiences or dreams influenced your choices in life?
5. Why does Harrigan’s middle name – Gamaliel – bother him? Would it bother you?
6. What positions do the major characters and the narrator take on fetal research, abortion (by pill or otherwise) and surrogate parenthood? Are their positions justified?
7. What insight can we draw from Harrigan’s team’s discovery about Hebrew genes? Do you feel that humankind would be better off if people focused on their commonalties or on their pride in racial distinctiveness?
8. What insights does the narrator offer on faith, science, death, mercy and whether those who suffer are forsaken? Which do you embrace or reject?
9. Of the two climaxes, which is most important for you? Why?
10. What does the author reveal about the ways in which the antagonist takes advantage of Harrigan’s pride – and perhaps even acts upon everyone, real and in this tale – by the practice of not allowing the protagonist to see his enemy clearly until the last chapter?
11. What frightening choice becomes Harrigan’s own on behalf of all humankind? Is there anything for which you would sacrifice your own will? Can evil serve to implement good?
12. Have your views on life or spirituality been challenged, vindicated or renewed by experiencing this tale?
This intriguing novel is now available for Kindle and other electronic devices! Comments on The Pleistocene Redemption (by category: Literary, Scientific, Spiritual)
"...Few science fiction writers also possess sufficient expertise in the religious and ethical fields to provide the balance necessary for a thoroughly compelling narrative. Dan Gallagher is an exception. ...The Pleistocene Redemption’s climax, containing one of the finest action sequences in recent fiction, approaches apocalyptic dimensions.... While Michael Crichton’s Jurassic stories were interesting..., Gallagher ups the ante dramatically and intellectually. His spiritual and ethical probing of characters and situations is also relentless as the escalating peril... reaches catastrophic dimensions. ...An extraordinary work...."
Richard J. Woods, O.P., author of Mysticism and Prophecy, The Devil, and fiction works.
“… Intense … harrowing … will grip the reader from the first page to the last. … Another of those science fiction masterpieces … so hard to put down.”
Midwest Book Reviews (Cox)
“Gallagher goes into intense detail of every aspect of this world he has created. So much so that not only does the reader feel like a nightmare that won't stop has been recreated ... so vivid that reading becomes a scary, yet thrilling adventure in exploring our own roots ... profound … a wonderful job of connecting philosophy and the humanities with science … surprising … intense … sobering … .”
Bookwatch (Glodowski)
“The Pleistocene Redemption is a fast-paced new thriller and a great read.”
“... Exciting ... intellectual ... . This novel offers something for almost everyone. Whether readers are primarily interested in Science Fiction, adventure, prehistoric speculations or ethics, The Pleistocene Redemption promises to interest an extremely wide audiance. It will upset many readers, but will undoubtedly cause many others to examine their own beliefs. ... Move over, Michael Crichton, a powerful new force has arrived!”
“The Pleistocene Redemption is a fabulous, wild, fast-paced story that combines an extraordinary amount of research with a real narrative gift. The ending will leave you overwhelmed with its profound philosophical and spiritual implications. I highly recommend it.”
“… An important addition to science fiction … . Others have tried … . Now Gallagher … keeps the reader off balance with action: a plethora of very hungry Pleistocene megafauna, political tension and realistic military conflicts … a novel that is hard to put down.”
“I truly enjoyed it. The Pleistocene Redemption is a mind-opener, challenging religion and mysticism with 'new science.' It may make you angry but it will definitely make you think. A compelling read.”
“... A fascinating concept ... the Preserve ... the Neanderthals ... all the perils. More authentic than Jurassic Park.”
“… Extraordinary vision … well researched … intriguing … .”
“An engrossing confluence of cutting-edge science, thought-provoking ethics, and storytelling that moves at the pace of a Gatling gun.”
“The whole family is fighting over it -- great stuff!”
Scientific (Other Categories: Literary and Spiritual)
“… Hard to put down … . Hauntingly close to real possibilities … terrifying. I truly enjoyed the action, excitement, politics, human drama, all mixed with enough science to make me think that perhaps this could really happen.”
“The Pleistocene Redemption takes a giant leap beyond Jurassic Park! Its foundation in real technology and biology enables the reader to hurtle into this very enjoyable and intriguing fiction.”
"...A crackerjack adventure chock full of derring-do, with a grand bonus for the paleontologist. ... Vast ... innovative ... far more ambitious [than] the Jurassic Park novels ... global in complexity ... - and what a cast! ... A work of great philosophic complexity ... quite readable ... first class science fiction ... ingenious ... compelling ...."
“This is not a story to put down, but you may wish it to last forever. A thrilling tale with a fine blend of adventure, politics, religion, and science. More scientifically plausible and better written than any other book I have read on regenerating extinct species.”
“The Pleistocene Redemption is a thrilling, wild adventure. It uses just-beyond-current science to plausibly, forcefully and vividly place the reader amongst astounding extinct animals. As your muscles tense and your heart pounds, wipe the sweat off your brow and try to tell yourself that it's only a story!”
“… A gripping and highly entertaining yarn, matching Jurassic Park in accuracy and plausibility.”
“… A high spirited, adventurous book worthy of the time and considerable thought readers will happily invest. … readers will definitely have something to think about as they turn the last pages.”
“A fast-paced and imaginative story, based on wide-ranging background research, that prompts one to wonder what it really means to be human.”
“Thoughtfully addressing critical issues confronting humanity, this science fiction/geopolitical thriller leaves Jurassic Park way behind. It's an intellectual adventure in … molecular biology, species regeneration, paleozoology, biomedical ethics, and spirituality. An assured classic and a ‘must’ read.”
Spiritual (Other Categories: Literary and Scientific)
“With skill, wit and humor, Gallagher deftly propels readers. This fun and pleasurable tale is hauntingly profound. Accelerating powerfully within natural and supernatural realms, it enthralls, consoles and terrifies. This important thriller melds biotechnology, espionage, spiritual challenge, prehistoric adventure and more. A compelling and meaningful experience, The Pleistocene Redemption joins the ranks of Shelley's Frankenstein, Huxley's Brave New World and Miller's A Canticle for Leibowitz.”
“… Intellectual … timely … wonderful humor, and a most entertaining story … . A gripping science fiction … . Research, plot & character development, and intrigue are extraordinary … . In refreshing opposition to the chaos-deterministic theme of Jurassic Park and the neopaganism of The Celestine Prophecy; … I had a difficult time setting this fine work down and heartily commend it to the thoughtful reader.”
“The Pleistocene Redemption is science fiction with a soul. ... Intriguing and insightful .... Controversial? Perhaps. Riveting? Definitely!”
“In The Pleistocene Redemption, author Dan Gallagher has given us ... this visionary ... spine-chilling and compelling work [and has] also given it the ingredient that separates the good books from the great books. The Pleistocene Redemption gets you to think! ... If you've been looking for a book that is provocative and controversial, look no further.”
“Science fiction, anthropology, religion and thriller for fans of Jurassic Park and the human spirit.”
“… Thrilling new insight … . Not only is the style of writing riveting, but the scientific and ethical infrastructure of this remarkable work is faultless. A brave new voice is heard … .”
(Comment Categories: Literary, Scientific, Spiritual)
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Cover and Description
Cloning sheep, cattle, and chimps is
only the beginning.
Using Fossil Gene Redemption (FGR), geneticist Kevin G. Harrigan experiments with genes from a frozen "Ice Man." His work prompts Iraqi leader Ismail Mon to provide resources for exciting new research that enables Harrigan’s team to regenerate extinct animals and human sub-species from the Ice Ages. But when it is discovered that FGR is also the basis for genetic weapons of mass destruction, United States intelligence and defense leaders must act.
The Pleistocene Redemption, radically different from Jurassic Park, deals with two new methods of species regeneration. Will FGR trigger the Resurrection of the Dead? The major religions’ prophecies portend the regeneration of humankind as both physical and spiritual. What physical mechanisms could manifest this new dawn? Might they instead herald the terrifying sunset of humanity?
"... Thoroughly compelling. ...The climax, containing one of the finest action sequences in recent fiction, approaches apocalyptic dimensions… . While Michael Crichton’s Jurassic stories were interesting, Gallagher ups the ante dramatically and intellectually."-- Richard C. Woods, OP, author of Mysticism and Prophecy and fiction works.
"… Hard to put down… hauntingly close to real possibilities… terrifying. I truly enjoyed the action, excitement, politics, human drama, all mixed with enough science to make me think that perhaps this could really happen." -- Scott R. Woodward, Ph.D., geneticist, Brigham Young University
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The Pleistocene Redemption,
Dan Gallagher. An author can't review his own work! So, please
read the comments of others by pressing the hypertext below. By
way of description, it is an allegory, spanning twenty years of
future scientific and spiritual discovery. Geneticist Kevin G.
Harrigan learns more about human nature and destiny than he
wanted! He redeems fossil genetic material to regenerate
fantastic animals, including human sub-species, which became
extinct over the last several hundred thousand years. "At the dawn of humanity, a whisper was heard
amidst the din of fantastic beasts. Soon, the voice and the
beasts will be heard again. But will this herald a new dawn
... or the sunset of humankind?" As science fiction,
this work follows in the footsteps of Jurassic Park but
is no rehash of it at all! As spiritual thriller, it is a sharp
and controversial retort to The Celestine Prophecy.
This intriguing novel is now
available on Amazon for Kindle & similar devices! Click
here NOW for The
Pleistocene Redemption's Kindle edition at just $2.99
Click
here NOW for The
Pleistocene Redemption's 2nd edition (Softcover) from
$3.21
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