Orson Scott Card's essay discusses the genesis of his novel Ender's Game, tracing its inspiration from Asimov's Foundation series and Catton's Army of the Potomac. Card details his personal experiences and beliefs that shaped the story's themes of war, child development, and human potential for both good and evil. Excerpts from Ender's Game itself follow, showcasing Ender's intellectual and strategic prowess in the harsh environment of Battle School. The narrative highlights Ender's emotional growth, his struggles with isolation and violence, and his eventual rise as a military leader. The novel's ending suggests the complex moral ambiguities inherent in war and the profound psychological effects of military training on gifted children.You can listen and download our episodes for free on more than 10 different platforms:https://linktr.ee/book_shelterGet the Book now from Amazon:https://www.amazon.com/Enders-Game-Ender-Wiggin-Saga/dp/0812550706?&linkCode=ll1&tag=cvthunderx-20&linkId=c4702d51c29e5871e2b92d33943c6013&language=en_US&ref_=as_li_ss_tlProduced by:https://www.podcaistudio.com/

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