Author Avi Loeb presents a new book explaining why humanity must become an interstellar species for survival. Loeb addresses the crucial question of how to prepare for interaction with interstellar civilizations. He dismantles science fiction visions of alien encounters and provides a realistic blueprint for how such interactions might occur, resetting our cultural understanding of extraterrestrial objects. Loeb also highlights the monumental progress in science and technology that prepares us for contact, including awe-inspiring searches for extraterrestrial technology and debates about Unidentified Aerial Phenomena. He emphasizes the profound implications of becoming or not becoming interstellar and urges proactive engagement with the world beyond our planet, arguing why we must seek out other life forms and choose our identity within the universe. (This book may contain a sharpie mark on the top or bottom edge and may show mild signs of shelfwear.)