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John E. Sarno, M.
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Ball Lightning
Ball Lightning is a science fiction novel by Chinese author Liu Cixin. The story follows Chen, a scientist whose parents are killed by a mysterious ball lightning phenomenon. Driven by obsession, he dedicates his life to uncovering the scientific truth behind it. The novel blends quantum physics, military technology, and philosophical reflection, showcasing Liu’s signature fusion of hard science and human emotion.
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The Spark of Obsession
The story begins with catastrophe—a moment that changes a life forever. Young Chen watches helplessly as ball lightning enters his home and annihilates his parents in an instant of dazzling beauty and horror. The scientific part of his mind is unable to rest; he cannot accept this as mere tragedy or...
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Lin Yun: Science and War
When Chen meets Lin Yun, he encounters an equal force of obsession, though hers takes a different form. Lin Yun is a military officer whose fascination isn’t with understanding ball lightning but weaponizing it. Where Chen pursues answers, she pursues control. I created her to represent a crucial te...
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About Liu Cixin
John E. Sarno, M.D. (1923–2017), was a professor of rehabilitation medicine at the New York University School of Medicine and attending physician at the Rusk Institute of Rehabilitation Medicine. He gained international recognition for his pioneering work on the mind-body connection and his developm...
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John E. Sarno, M.D. (1923–2017), was a professor of rehabilitation medicine at the New York University School of Medicine and attending physician at the Rusk Institute of Rehabilitation Medicine. He gained international recognition for his pioneering work on the mind-body connection and his developm...
John E. Sarno, M.D. (1923–2017), was a professor of rehabilitation medicine at the New York University School of Medicine and attending physician at the Rusk Institute of Rehabilitation Medicine. He gained international recognition for his pioneering work on the mind-body connection and his development of the Tension Myoneural Syndrome (TMS) theory, which has influenced both medical professionals and patients seeking alternatives to conventional pain treatment.
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