Groundbreaking, groundbreaking science fiction novel, full length, chapter opener, bird's eye view, (Gargaxians:1.9), alien race encountered, outerspace nebula, swirling clouds, ethereal cosmic gasses, (UFOs:1.6), circular ships, bioluminscent protrusions, insectoid legs, antennae, large eyes, tentacular appendages, humanoid bodies, aliens as a metaphor, humanity, philosophical questions, transformative experience, deep meaningful narrative, futuristic technology, vivid imagery, engaging characters, sociopolitical themes, environmentalism, interplanetary by: Marc Chagall, Naoki Urasawa
(Gargaxians:1.9), alien race encounter. 