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extraterrestrial-communication

The chapter explores the idea of communicating with alien life forms through music, suggesting a shared form of expression that transcends species.

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The Sparrow (1996)Mary Doria Russell

11. Arecibo, Puerto Rico: August 3, 2019

In this chapter, Jimmy Quinn reveals to Anne that he has detected an extraterrestrial music signal from Alpha Centauri, prompting a discussion among friends about the implications of this discovery. They speculate on the nature of the alien society that could produce such music, exploring themes of communication, culture, and the potential for interstellar travel.