Known Space Books in Order
A future history of human and alien civilizations spanning thousands of years. Features numerous alien species including the warlike Kzinti, the cowardly Puppeteers, and the mysterious Outsiders. Many of Niven's novels and stories are set in this universe.
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Larry Niven planned specific plot reveals and character arcs. Skip around and you'll spoil major twists.
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