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Gigantic crystal formations tower over the landscape of the planet Jubal, inspiring awe in the Tripsingers and Explorers who have made these "Presences" their lives' work and hatred in the corporations who seek their destruction. Against a backdrop of startling alien beauty, Tepper tells a story of human perseverance for truth in the face of bureaucratic blindness and religious fanaticism. Humankind has tried to colonize the planet Jubal, but the massive crystal Presences seem to hold true dominion. It is suspected that they are alive and intelligent but all that is known for certain is that they restrict travel and technology - and that they can be deadly. Before those who would do so can destroy them, the Presences must break their long silence. Gigantic Crystal Formations Tower Over The Landscape Of The Planet Jubal, Inspiring Awe In The Tripsingers And Explorers Who Have Made These Presences Their Lives' Work And Hatred In The Corporations Who Seek Their Destruction. -publisher's Description. Sheri S. Tepper. A Bantam Spectra Book.