"To Choke an Ocean" by Jesse Franklin Bone transports readers to a future grappling with the unforeseen consequences of unchecked technological advancement. A classic of science fiction, this tale explores a dystopian society facing unprecedented environmental challenges. Bone masterfully weaves a narrative that examines humanity's relationship with technology and its impact on the world. Prepare to be swept away by a space opera that confronts complex themes of survival, adaptation, and the struggle for a better future. This science fiction classic, categorized within the space opera and dystopian genres, presents a vision of a future where the fate of humanity hangs in the balance, confronting readers with questions that remain relevant today. Journey to a world where humanity's ambition has reached the stars, but at a great cost. Experience a timeless exploration of our potential destiny in the face of advanced technologies and alien encounters.This work has been selected by scholars as being culturally important, and is part of the knowledge base of civilization as we know it.This work is in the public domain in the United States of America, and possibly other nations. Within the United States, you may freely copy and distribute this work, as no entity (individual or corporate) has a copyright on the body of the work.Scholars believe, and we concur, that this work is important enough to be preserved, reproduced, and made generally available to the public. We appreciate your support of the preservation process, and thank you for being an important part of keeping this knowledge alive and relevant.