The War at the Beginning of Time | Revelation Space
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- Опубликовано: 28 июн 2023
- Alastair Reynolds' Revelation Space series stands as a masterpiece within the realm of space opera, captivating readers with its expansive world-building and mind-bending science fiction concepts. In this video, we embark on a deep exploration of yet another intriguing concept from this series-an enigma that delves into the early stages of cosmic civilization within the vast expanse of the universe. Brace yourself as we unravel the mysterious origins of an ancient race of lifeforms, whose existence now lingers only in the form of scattered machines spanning the galaxy, designed with one sole and devastating purpose. However, I must issue a word of caution: this video contains some significant spoilers for the intricate lore of the Revelation Space Saga. If you are averse to having any aspect of this captivating series spoiled for you, I implore you to click away. However, if spoilers don't deter you or if you have already delved into the gripping narrative of at least the first book, then join me on this journey of discovery.
Let us embark upon our odyssey by delving into the very fabric of the universe itself. In the cosmic overture, there existed the singularity-a point of infinite density that held within it the entirety of existence. In an awe-inspiring instant, a matter of “plank” time, this singularity expanded exponentially, swiftly encompassing the size of our solar system and then spiraling outward to encompass the entirety of our galaxy. As this cosmic symphony unfolded, particles of matter and antimatter were released, engaging in a cataclysmic dance of annihilation upon collision. Yet, in the cosmic scales of fate, matter emerged triumphant, for it possessed a slight advantage over its antimatter counterpart, that being that there was simply slightly more matter than antimatter. Thus, the surviving matter laid the foundations for the intricate tapestry of our universe, persisting through the eons to the present day. This primal clash of matter and antimatter marked the genesis of the first war-a conflict that reverberated throughout the corridors of time. However, the universe is not solely a stage for astrophysics; it holds much more within its vast tapestry.
Within the pages of the Revelation Space series, we learn of the Dawn War-a conflict of unprecedented magnitude that reverberated across the Milky Way galaxy. No galactic war in the billion years that followed could ever hope to rival its monumental scale and profound impact. The Dawn War extended its vast tendrils across countless civilizations, stretching its shadowy grip to encompass myriad worlds. Its ferocious embrace endured for an inconceivable span of time, leaving no involved party unscathed and many civilizations entirely erased from existence. As the cosmic sands of time ebbed and flowed, an uncountable number of beings and cultures were lost to the eternal obscurity of forgotten history.
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damn it! Yet another post that I can't watch because I'm 1/2 way through the book!
Gosh i'm CRAVING you review The Book of the New Sun cycle...
Do you do any voice-over work? I'd love to listen to a book narrated by you.
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This needs to be developed into a show. Thank you Quinn, you're helping me distract my self from an ear infection brought on by a cold.
What I liked the most from Revelation Space, was the ship Nostalgia for Infinity. Described as ancient and "stupidly huge", Reynolds really nails how such a ship would have an incredibly complex history in a sub-lightspeed civilization. Way too much to handle for its crew of 5, the majority of the ship has become unfamiliar territory. Most of its cavernous sections have fallen into disrepair, some places quarantined entirely from threats that are beyond the crew's ability to excise, and you may even find a ghost or two in some of the operating systems. It's a wild, dangerous untamed jungle as much as it is a ship.
And there’s the matter of what actually powers its engines.
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I want a lighthugger
So, a ship made for space travel before Hyperspace/Lightspeed was attainable?
Interesting, yeah you're so advanced that the old stuff is hardly recognizable.
John the revelator
Finally a new Quinn video, you’ve quickly become one of my new favorite channels on RUclips dude keep it up.
It's good stuff, huh? He gets better and better
Yep, it takes SO MUCH for me to sit and read like... multimedia is far too tempting to me, I have a hard time reading voluntarily unless I'm like, unable to connect to the internet
But I love getting exposure and hearing at least the broad strokes, and interesting aspects puled from, these stories that I'd never be exposed to otherwise
I doubt people like me were ever the target audience, but I enjoy the videos very much nonetheless
Agreed
I knoooow, did I wish he uploaded more lol
@@wolvo5441 eh you know, he's got to sit and read books and all, find something he wants to talk about before he can make anything. Yeah more would be nice, but I think we get as much as we can
This channel holds a special place in my heart as being one of the few channels still dedicated to the underrated and underappreciated art of science fiction.
I read all the books in the Revelation Space Universe and Reynold's stand-alone sci-fi novels. I also read hundreds of other sci-fi books (all the classics and then some). The Revelation Space Universe gave me a sense of ever-looming danger and desperation that no other author yet invoked in me. It's fascinating and scary at the same time to me. I consider the Revelation Space stories to be among my Top 10 sci-fi books/series.
Edit: Oh yeah, what got me into sci-fi: I read Jules Vernes "20 000 leagues under the sea" when I was 9 years old and have been hooked ever since. I even wrote my last University work in Anthropology about Cyborganthropology (based on Donna Harraway and Bruno Latour).
What I like about Reynolds is how he has parts of the lore in his short stories too.
I loved a lot of the RevSpace books, but maaaan Absolution Gap left me pretty cold. It made me feel like Reynolds really had no idea how to wrap things up.
Awsome
@@SuperSecretAgentNeinyep, that was his biggest fail. However, I think he has made up for it with his other works
Revelation space was the first real sci-fi series I read based on a friends recommendation. And it’s held onto my attention ever since. I rarely stop thinking about it. John Lee (the narrator) is also the voice of sci-fi for me in audio books. His narration style brings me right back into the universe.
Same here with John, I've bought numerous audio books just because he's the narrator and rarely been let down. Except for the weird thing where there's no pause between sections which seems to be an issue on many of his .
To me, the most sorrowful parts of the Revelation Space series are the few holdover aliens that survived the early days. They're usually the last of their kind, doomed to be surrounded by beings that they don't understand and don't understand them. I'm thinking of the solitary Grub in Yellowstone, or the craven Amarantin survivors hiding in the Shrouds, or the burrowing ice-worms acting as neurons for a glacially slow brain.
Alistair Reynolds is one of my favorite sci-fi authors, if you enjoy the Revelation Space series and the Dreyfus off-shoots; try Pushing Ice by Reynolds, it's an excellent book.
@@walkingcontradiction223Pushing Ice was to me was very much like reading his spin on the entire Rama series from Arthur C. Clarke in one book.
My favourite stand alone Reynolds book is House of Suns
@@pierstewfik7858 I just reread it last month. Still holds up!
Dude. So glad you’re doing these. Even the worst of Reynolds is just wild. Compared to the other hard space opera authors he’s like a whale among minnows.
"the other hard space opera authors" other than The Expanse writers and Ian McDonald (Luna series), I legit can't think of many other contemporary authors who even deserve that title at all. Every other space opera author eventually falls back to FTL, psionics, and other 'soft' concepts (which are great, don't get me wrong...we love sci fi of all flavors!), but Reynolds refuses to cave. He carries hard sci fi on his shoulders, Atlas-style, with intelligent writing and BDE
@@andrewk9267TBF I don’t think there’s a hard (excuse the pun) and fast rule for what constitutes _hard SF,_ because what would be considered "hard SF" a hundred years ago would in some ways be considered pretty soft now; and our "hard SF" might be considered soft in some ways a hundred years from now, for example. I do agree with your general point however, as I watch a lot of Isaac Arthur videos, and after inculcating them are left wondering where all the O’Neill/Mackendree cylinder space habitats are.
Can i just say, i like your selection of music and your narrative voice in these videos so much
It just sets the perfect atmosphere for the subject matter
The Culture is easily, hands down, the best science fiction series in my opinion. I plan on making videos about its science and how some of the technologies in it might be in the cards here in reality. Besides that though, the entire premise is invigorating - it’s galvanized me to pursue a career in STEM to help better the world around me
Biggest surprise about the culture, I never expected some of my favorite characters would be ships.
@@electricmessiah3932 developing a love for hyper intelligent AIs was definitely a big plus I got out of the series
The ideas are good, but it's the characters that really make the Culture series great. In my opinion of course.
Mate, you've singlehandedly pushed me into becoming a much more avid sci-fi literature enjoyer.
I've only ever read fantasy fiction, and have only read the Forerunner saga by Greg Bear -- who I knew was a well respected sci-fi writer, but I never really had the desire to branch out to ther stories and works.
Some of your videos changed that -- mainly the one on the threebody problem.
Ever since then I've been on a binge.
Redemption Arc is my all-time favourite sci-fi opera book, closely followed by Revelation Space. So thanks for this video!
Absolutely love the new intro my guy!
I love the Revelation Space books! As a universe it is so difficult to explain, I don't think there is an easy way to get all that worldbuilding in there. I think Diamond Dogs remains the best part to get it, it's fairly short and gives a good overview over the entire thing.
Yep! When I want to recommend Reynolds to someone I usually have them start with Diamond Dogs. It’s hard to get through something as dense as Revelation Space if you don’t know what you’re getting into.
So happy to see more RS material.
If you haven't read his Pushing Ice, you should. Then make a video for it. Great novel that explores deep time.
Pushing ice is a great book.
Yes! Revelation Space is one of my favorite scifi series.
Love this series. Please delve DEEP into this series. You did a phd on the Three Body Problem and Blindsight was just a footnote…. the alien life described in Blindsight was profound. So profound that I can’t think of another book like it. The life in David Brin’s Uplift series is worth a look as it’s quite fun
I'm glad to see you covering this series. It's been one of my favorites for a long time!
It must be dawnting to fight against the algorithm but your work and episodes are top tier, you are a great ward of sci fi.
Great series, Revelation space is one of my favorites. One thing I loved about the series is the shear immensity of space it felt so lonely as Nostalgia for Infinity traveled across the decades.
I love this channel so much❤❤ the storytelling, his voice, the visuals…perfection
I’ve never been much of a sci fi guy my entire life, always been a fantasy nerd, but the way you present these books is soooo good bro, I had never read a single sci fi book until you showed up in my algorithm and got me on the three body problem.
You’re the man, keep it up, is there a playlist for this series? Don’t see one but the thumbnail looks interesting about to listen now
Nice intro hope it gets you more noticed: I'm reading the culture series of books thanks to your recommendation. Thank you
Dont stop posting. You make me happy.
There were some weird audio artifacts in this video.
Great overview of the story! Love your presentation style.
One of the things that I so respect & appreciate about your passionate broadcast style is that you are not bigger or more the focal piece than the subject matter you cover. It is an endearing, wonderful and artistic quality.
Love the latest inhibitor phase and so dig his Chasm City & Prefect tales; as the glitter band and rust belt era stuff fascinates me. His Belladonna Nights is wonderful too. For me, it all started with 2001 a space Odyssey and a phenomenal English teacher who had us read Martian Chronicles and Fahrenheit 451. Hooked on sci-fi ever since.
So glad you got around to these, first read them back at uni and amongst my favourite books to the point i used one of the titles as my email address at uni. Love your content, keep up the good work!
Thank you for all the work you doing making these amazing videos you are my absolute favorite channel that covers these topics and I get excited every time I see that you have posted a Video
been watching you grow for 3 years bro. Amazing stuff.
Your content just keeps getting better and better!
Great video! Glad I found this channel!
I still like your old intro tune better...but the graphics ARE better. I will read this series and come back to this video...thanks for the suggestion tho
I was already subscribed to your channel but seeing you chat about Alastair Reynolds has made me so happy. It's always felt like he isn't as appreciated outside the UK in the way Banks and Pratchett are so your analysis is extra special.
Glad to see more content on the Revelation Space universe! It's the setting for my favorite Alastair Reynolds short story: Diamond Dogs. I highly recommend it!
I'm Hoping Alastar Reynolds continues the Revelation Space books, loved them.
Alistair reynolds holds a special place in my heart. When I think "Sci-fi," I think of the Revelation Space universe. It spoke to me like no other setting did.
I love the long format videos. Please keep doing them Quinn
Gonna miss the old intro but this one is good too
bit of an audio artifact at 5:14 and at 6:49
Just finished book 2 of Three Body Problem, loving it. But you asked for my favorite Sci-fi series and for me it's Hyperion, the first book was kind of disorienting but does contains my favorite quote of all literature. However the second book is like a love letter to every other sci-fi i've ever read while simultaneously being peak fiction
what is your favourite quote man? dont leave me hanging! i also absolutely love hyperion cantos, i wish i could read it again for the first time.
OMG You're doing Revelation Space universe now?! Awesome!! My favorite
Your hubby killed that new intro! I’m glad you kept the same melody just updated it!
My first book I got into Sci-Fi was Rendezvous with Rama by Arthur C Clarke. I also saw "Lawnmower Man" at a similar time to reading "Flowers for Algernon", which have similar themes, and similarly got into Star-Trek and Stargate, and it all came together. I also tried to get into B5 and Farscape, but I was a bit young to appreciate the themes. Rewatching both as an an adult, and like them both. I tend to like Sci-Fi as a vehicle to explore greater themes, with "Living Witness" for Star Trek Voyager my favourite singular episode of any sci-fi I can think of, which explores Racism and revisionist history in a really beautiful way.
I like the intro music. Thanks for linking the artist.
Yet another Fantastic Video!!!
Alastair Reynolds is one of my all time favorites, so glad you cover him
love the new music Quinn!
Aaah! At last!!" You have followed my recommendation. Many thanks and RESPECT Mr Quinn!
I'm not gonna lie you have ignited my passion for science fiction to a new level. I love your channel and your insight
Love your videos! Thanks!
Started reading this series this year. Thank you for your videos!
I can never thank you enough for turning me towards the three body problem!!!
Love the love for Reynolds. For me, Reynolds is one of only a few authors that consistency deliver surprise and complete awe with each new book.
Love your videos man!
Started watching your videos a few years ago. Even though I was already a fan of sci-fi movies, games and the lot, I'd never read any. You singlehandedly got me to read, Hyperion, then Dune. I haven't read too widely yet but I keep expanding my scope
Loved the Revalation Space Saga.... I would love to hear your takes on the culture and tech of this universe. Hopefully youll do a couple more. More people should know about this 'verse. This has got me thinking it's time for a re-read. Its been a few years. Thanks Quinn.
I am, even now, superbly amazed at Quinn's ability to tell a story. I tried to listen to the 1st book of the three body problem via audiobook. Three speakers and I had to stop each one. I ended up going back to Quinn's page and listening to his "compressed" retell of the story. Quinn! You tell stories like no other. You should explore doing audiobooks. With your voice and voice capabilities, I'd listen to 4x more books than I usually do. You are good. No, better! no, great!!!
That opening theme is excellent.
Thanks ! Revelation Space is one of my favorite scifi series.
Your work is great!
I've always wanted a Sci Fi book review and recommendation channel or blog. This channel is a gem. Happy 4th of July!
Another Incredible Video!! 👏👏👏👏 ❤❤❤❤ 💖💖💖💖
WOO another revelation space episode!
Revelation Space and the whole universe is really great. Super fun and thought-provoking. Can't wait for the next release in the series.
terrifying if we are alone and terrifying if we are not. always haunting that one.
Glad you're making more RS videos. Loved this series. Favorite part... there us just so much that is good and he covers so many things . Like why there is a lesser singularity in it. But I think the Conjouners. I love the story where they escape from Mars and how its players tie in to the main story in the inhibitors saga. Thanks for the video.
I'm intrigued, and I will like to support the channel and boost the algorithm throughout the cosmos! Awesome scifi booktube niche, Quinn! Catch it again once I've read the series, then! I think this thumbnail and video intrigues more than glancing at some scifi paperback covers which might not give an idea about lifeforms and just ships.
I truly love your show. I am mostly a fantasy reader (and sometimes writer) and a retired academic, but I enjoy some science fiction, Dune being my favorite series in the genre (and your Dune videos are what I initially came here for) . You do a fabulous job. I wish that either you or someone as good as you, did a fantasy show like your sci-fi one. You are extraordinary. Kind thoughts.
I love this new intro. Quinn is pulling a doctor who on us and I love it.
The new intro is awesome crazy very good!❤
I NEED a full version of that intro song! Love it!🔥
Didn't even see this in my notifications! Glad I checked the channel after the dune vid.
Love your RUclips, just subscribed to your podcast.
I love your different book lores
Could you give your opinion on Peterr F Hamilton. He's more spsce opera orientainted but creates such a rounded universe despite relying on wormholes.
Ohhh new opening!! Awesome 👏 love it
Loving the new intro dude!
Just read the first book! So much fun. Thanks Quinn
So glad you’re doing Alistair Reynolds content
Fantastic Video
Love the videos 📼
I totally agree with your idea on the topic of UFOs and how we are living in "post-God" society and we are waiting and looking for something new to come and give us meaning - to make sense of this infinite universe we have now become infinitesimally small part of.
Beautifully put 🫶🙏🏼
In my 20's i got into science fiction audiobooks. I listened to alot of open domain books from older eras. They tended to have a bright and optimistic view of space. Think The Jetsons.
Then I found Revelation Space. It's gritty. Alot of mistrust, cheating and exploiting of humans. The lighthugger is probably one of the coolest "ghost" ships out there. Skylar Houseman... "I want you to pay attention so you fully understand what I'm about to do"
Nobody does what you do better, because nobody even tries to do what you. You are hands-down the best source of content related to Science Fiction.
this series was so deep and complex! easily one of the best!
Alright more Revelation Space! Thank you for continuing to talk about it.
Thanks Quinn. Nice idea.
Great video essay Quinn.
Please have a comment for your algorithmic benefit. Your coverage of various science fiction works not only serves to remind me of those which I have enjoyed in the past, but also guide me to those I hope to have the luck to obtain and read in the future.
Thank you for your hard work and excellent creations.
Great vid and great shirt.
Love the videos! You should do Last and First Men sometime
To answer your question about what started me read SF. It was Childhood’s End by Arthur C. Clarke. This was when I was 13. Then I read Asimov’s Foundation. Then I read all other things they have written, and then more and more other authors. I could not wait for the books to come in the shops so I got to the company who printed the books and bought them there. At that time SF was quite popular in Sweden so it was translated. Not only from English but also Russian like the Strugatskij books. Then people started to like Fantasy more and that became what was translated, not SF. I have never been a big fan of Fantasy so I had to start reading books in English. Almost everything I read or watch are SF, preferably high tech with sense of wonder.
My father was a sci fi fan, so I had a lot of paperbacks to start, but having star trek, doctor who and the Thunderbirds on TV as a lad made a huge difference, and I don't see any of that around now.
I am a bit in awe of the REVELATION SPACE series, and adore how the intimate interplays with the cosmic. Part of what I walk away with is that life ends, sooner or later. Let us try to live well, and long, and do not dwell overlong on vastness. After all, are not the Inhibitors the essence of mindless planning with no concern for individual lives? Yet what is life if not a vast number of individuals interacting with each other, experiencing one another in uniquely valuable ways?
Wonder if you will ever talk about David Brin's EARTHCLAN series?
This was exceptionally written.
i keep going back to the Revelation Space stories as the characters are so compelling and their dealing with each other is relatable. I want figures of the characters, and ships for my desk top ^_^
I like the old opening music. But none the less, another great post!
Love your channel and was here for so long. One book series that influenced me was the Ben Bova books. Moon, mars, venus, Jupiter. They kind of remind me of The expanse in the sense of realistic sci fi
Loved these books. The melancholy freedom for interpretation that he leaves at the end of every book is just so great.