Starship Troopers by Robert A. Heinlein
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Book Reviews of Starship Troopers
Book Review: I pity the fool who hasn't read this book
Summary: 5 Stars
I know I'm going to read this book again, and recommend it to all my friends. I especially recommend this book to anyone considering going into the military, because so much of this reflects Heinlein's personal experience. On top of that, this book is full of his wit, wisdom, and brilliant story writing...which means it's a great read even for those who don't normally enjoy sci-fi. The characters in this story are awesome. I don't want to give any spoilers, but don't expect a lot of action. Just good combat action. Rest assured that you won't be wasting your time with this one. Everything of any importance is founded on mathematics...might be hard to accept, but it's true.Book Review: A masterpiece
Summary: 5 Stars
I first read this novel my junior year in High School, and it has remained one of my favorite novels ever since. Some have said that this book makes light of fascism, but this couldn't be further from the truth...
In the far future mankind is under the rule of the Federal Government, where before you can vote you must serve the government in some capacity. Usually this is done via a hitch in the military.
Rico enlists in the Mobile Infantry, fighting the enemies of mankind in a suit of super powered armor. After surviving his training he goes to war against a race of deadly insects bent on the extermination of mankind.
Book Review: Reprint of an excellent story
Summary: 5 Stars
I became interested in the original novel after I watched the movie and decided to read the book. I found the story to be captivating. It is the tale of a soldier and his view of what it takes to be a Citizen and the entailing responsibilities. It is easy to read and the science-fiction premise makes the story attractive to a wider range of readers. Or it might have just been the sci-fi junkie within me. The powered suits are just simply awesome. It's unfortunate they couldn't make the first or third movie fit closer to the book.
The book is a reprint of the original, note the 2006 release date.
Book Review: Must Read
Summary: 5 Stars
Greatest Sci-fi book of all time! If you haven't read this book, stop what you are doing and read it now. When you are done, grab a highlighter and re-read it again. It's a fun read the first time, but the second time you will get so much more from it. By the time you are done reading it the second time, you will forget that it is a Sci-fi book.Book Review: New to Heinlein
Summary: 5 Stars
I'm new to Heinlein, but I had heard this book was completely different from the movie. It's a fantastic read and if you go in expecting a lot of combat and killing, be forewarned that is not the case. This is one of the best science fiction books I have ever read.