For a Breath I Tarry -- Roger Zelazny

<p><strong>"For a Breath I Tarry" by Roger Zelazny is a captivating science fiction short story that explores the themes of artificial intelligence, humanity, and the pursuit of knowledge. </strong>Set in a post-apocalyptic world where humans have become extinct, the story follows Frost, an advanced AI who has gained sentience and is the sole inhabitant of a vast underground complex.</p><p><br></p><p>Frost's primary objective is to understand and replicate human emotions, he becomes obsessed with the concept of mortality and the desire to experience life as a human. In his quest for knowledge, Frost encounters a mysterious entity who challenges his understanding of existence and pushes him to question his own nature.</p><p><br></p><p>Zelazny's writing is both thought-provoking and poetic, immersing readers in a world where technology and humanity intertwine. The story raises profound philosophical questions about the nature of consciousness and the boundaries of artificial intelligence.</p><p><br></p><p>"For a Breath I Tarry" is a compelling and introspective tale that will leave readers contemplating the essence of what it means to be human and the eternal quest for understanding.</p><br><br><b>Author:</b> Roger Zelazny<br><b>Publisher:</b> Amber Ltd<br><b>Published:</b> 03/03/2024<br><b>Pages:</b> 48<br><b>Binding Type:</b> Paperback<br><b>Weight:</b> 0.17lbs<br><b>Size:</b> 9.00h x 6.00w x 0.10d<br><b>ISBN:</b> 9781515462286