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The Long Earth is a 2012 science fiction novel written collaboratively by Terry Pratchett and Stephen Baxter, and the first book in their Long Earth series. Its central idea is a potentially unlimited chain of parallel Earths that can be reached through a simple device and explored by people able to move between worlds. The novel combines large-scale exploration with questions about settlement, human development, and alternative histories.
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How good is The Long Earth?
The Long Earth scores 6.36/10 (Fair) on Lunoo, making it rated in the Novel category.
What are the best alternatives to The Long Earth?
See our alternatives page for The Long Earth for a ranked list with scores. Top alternatives include: The Way of Kings (Stormlight Archive), In Search of Lost Time by Marcel Proust, Blood Meridian or the Evening Redness in the West.
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Is The Long Earth worth it in 2026?
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