Understand

Synopsis

"Understand" is a science fiction novelette by American writer Ted Chiang, published in 1991. It was nominated for the 1992 Hugo Award for Best Novelette, and won the 1992 Asimov’s Reader Poll. The story has been recorded by Rhashan Stone and broadcast as a four-part series on BBC Radio 7. In June 2024, it was revealed the story is being adapted into a TV show with Gus Van Sant being attached to direct.

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Details

Type

Book

Release date

August 1, 1991

Genres

science fiction

Created by

Ted Chiang