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Time for the stars

by Robert A. Heinlein

This science fiction novel follows twins separated when one embarks on a deep-space voyage while the other remains on Earth. As relativistic time dilation causes them to age at different rates, both undergo profound journeys of personal growth and self-discovery.

Accession 8828 ISBN 0330020285 Publisher Pan
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