The Sentinel (anthology)

The Sentinel (anthology) is the title of two separate science fiction anthologies. The first, published in 1983, was edited by Peter Nicholls. The second, published in 2018, was edited by Gary Gibson. Due to the identical title, confusion can arise when discussing either volume.

The Sentinel (Nicholls, 1983): This anthology focuses on exploring themes related to sentience, artificial intelligence, and the potential for non-human consciousness. It features stories from established science fiction authors exploring the boundaries of what it means to be aware and the implications of encountering or creating sentience.

The Sentinel (Gibson, 2018): This anthology showcases contemporary science fiction short stories, with a focus on hard science fiction and space exploration themes. Stories delve into plausible future technologies, the challenges of interstellar travel, and encounters with alien life. It serves as a snapshot of modern trends and voices in the genre.

When referencing "The Sentinel" it is vital to specify which edition is being discussed, either by including the editor's name (e.g., "The Sentinel edited by Nicholls") or the publication year.