{"product_id":"vonda-n-mcintyre-the-moon-and-the-sun-2015-turkish-book-turkey","title":"Vonda N. McIntyre  – The Moon and the Sun 2015 Turkish Book Turkey","description":"\u003cp data-start=\"0\" data-end=\"92\"\u003eVonda N. McIntyre – Ay ve Güneş (The Moon and the Sun) – 2015 İthaki Yayınları First Edition\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"262\" data-end=\"999\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(170, 26, 23);\"\u003eDescription:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr data-start=\"278\" data-end=\"281\"\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"94\" data-end=\"408\"\u003eThis book, titled Ay ve Güneş (The Moon and the Sun), was written by \u003cspan class=\"hover:entity-accent entity-underline inline cursor-pointer align-baseline\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"whitespace-normal\"\u003eVonda N. McIntyre\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e and published in Turkish by İthaki Yayınları in 2015. It is a standalone historical fantasy novel that blends science fiction sensibilities with court intrigue and speculative natural history.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"410\" data-end=\"743\"\u003eSet in the court of King Louis XIV of France, the story follows Marie-Josèphe de la Croix, a young woman raised in a convent who is brought to Versailles to serve as a lady-in-waiting. Her life changes dramatically when she becomes involved in a mysterious royal project concerning a captured sea creature brought from the New World.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"745\" data-end=\"1019\"\u003eAs Marie-Josèphe investigates the nature of the creature, she begins to question the moral and scientific assumptions of the court. Her curiosity leads her into conflict with powerful figures, including those who seek to exploit the creature for political and personal gain.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1021\" data-end=\"1308\"\u003eThe novel explores themes of knowledge, ethics, power, and the relationship between humanity and nature. It contrasts Enlightenment-era scientific inquiry with the cruelty and excess of absolute monarchy, creating a setting where curiosity becomes both a danger and a form of resistance.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1310\" data-end=\"1602\"\u003eMcIntyre blends historical detail with speculative elements, particularly in her portrayal of the mysterious sea being, which serves as both a scientific enigma and a symbol of the unknown. The narrative emphasizes empathy, observation, and the moral responsibility that comes with discovery.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1604\" data-end=\"1791\"\u003eAlthough it is a standalone work, Ay ve Güneş is often appreciated within broader speculative fiction traditions for its unique combination of historical fiction and fantastical elements.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1793\" data-end=\"2010\"\u003eFor collectors, this 2015 Turkish first edition represents a notable publication of a World Fantasy Award-winning novel. Its distinctive blend of history and speculation makes it a valuable addition to any collection.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-end=\"2413\" data-start=\"2165\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(170, 26, 23);\"\u003eKey Features:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"2012\" data-end=\"2070\"\u003e• Title: Ay ve Güneş (The Moon and the Sun)\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"2072\" data-end=\"2101\"\u003e• Author: Vonda N. McIntyre\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"2103\" data-end=\"2134\"\u003e• Publisher: İthaki Yayınları\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"2136\" data-end=\"2161\"\u003e• PublicationYear: 2015\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"2163\" data-end=\"2184\"\u003e• Language: Turkish\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"2186\" data-end=\"2241\"\u003e• Genre: Historical fantasy; science fiction elements\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"2243\" data-end=\"2271\"\u003e• Format: Standalone novel\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"2273\" data-end=\"2318\"\u003e• Main Character: Marie-Josèphe de la Croix\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"2320\" data-end=\"2369\"\u003e• Setting: Court of King Louis XIV (Versailles)\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"2371\" data-end=\"2439\"\u003e• Core Concept: Mysterious sea creature brought to the royal court\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"2441\" data-end=\"2508\"\u003e• Themes: Knowledge; ethics; power; nature; Enlightenment science\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"2510\" data-end=\"2571\"\u003e• Narrative Style: Historical; reflective; character-driven\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"2573\" data-end=\"2624\"\u003e• Significance: World Fantasy Award-winning novel\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"2626\" data-end=\"2703\"\u003e• Collector Appeal: Turkish edition of a unique historical speculative work\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Turkrex Collectables","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":49446414549130,"sku":null,"price":50.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0716\/3687\/7450\/files\/1_817c6bfa-6c37-4475-bdfb-ad12b777418a.jpg?v=1779274891","url":"https:\/\/turkrexcollectables.com\/products\/vonda-n-mcintyre-the-moon-and-the-sun-2015-turkish-book-turkey","provider":"Turkrex Collectables","version":"1.0","type":"link"}