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Read the question, people, it's a trick one. The inspiring sci-fi book, not just a favorite one.

While I have a long list of favorites, I can't readily think of one that would stand out as inspiring. Virtually any good sci-fi book is impressive as it's a result of imagination at work, but this does not equate to be motivating.

So in this light the question is not that simple at all. I'm very curious to see if there's an answer to it :)

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Got it ! Jules Verne, The Mysterious Island. I read when I was 14-15 years old and the amount, details and clarity of science exposure in the book was really astounding. In a very positive, inspiring way.

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