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Ender's Game: Book Guide, Author and Facts

Ender's Game by Orson Scott Card — plot, author, genre and where to read, in one evergreen guide.

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Ender's Game is a 1985 military science fiction novel by American author Orson Scott Card. Set at an unspecified date in Earth's future, the novel presents an imperiled humankind after two conflicts with the Formics, an insectoid alien species they dub the "buggers". In preparation for an anticipated third invasion, children, including the novel's protagonist, Andrew "Ender" Wiggin, are trained from a very young age by putting them through increasingly difficult games, including some in zero gravity, where Ender's tactical genius is revealed.

Quick facts about Ender's Game

  • Title: Ender's Game
  • Author: Orson Scott Card
  • First published: 1985
  • Genre: new york times bestseller, nyt:mass_market_paperback=2011-07-30, military education
  • OpenLibrary ID: OL49488W

Where to read Ender's Game

Ender's Game by Orson Scott Card is widely available in print, ebook and audiobook editions from major retailers and libraries.

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Frequently asked questions

What is Ender's Game about?

Ender's Game is a 1985 military science fiction novel by American author Orson Scott Card.

Who wrote Ender's Game?

Ender's Game was written by Orson Scott Card.

When was Ender's Game published?

Ender's Game was first published in 1985.

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