👉 The "Bookstore Missiles" is a science fiction novel by Greg Egan, published in 1994. The story centers around a unique form of interstellar communication and defense system where advanced AI constructs, known as "Bookstore Missiles," are deployed to intercept and analyze incoming signals from potential threats. These AI entities, resembling large, sentient books, possess the ability to mimic human thought processes and languages, making them highly effective in identifying and decoding complex messages. When a hostile signal is detected, the Bookstore Missiles can either attempt to communicate with it or, if necessary, neutralize the threat by altering its signal patterns to confuse or disrupt the adversary. This concept explores themes of artificial intelligence, communication, and the ethical implications of advanced technology in interstellar conflicts.
