36 pages 1 hour read

Stanislaw Lem

Solaris

Fiction | Novel | Adult | Published in 1961

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Essay Topics

1.

In Solaris, humans have achieved interstellar travel. With that said, why has the titular planet caught researchers’ attention? Include evidence from the text.

2.

Why do the scientists of the space station feel compelled to eliminate their visitors? Include evidence from the text.

3.

What can be understood about Dr. Gibarian despite him being deceased when Kris arrives at the station? Why do you think he died by suicide?