Exploring strange worlds and alien civilizations is one of the most exciting aspects of science fiction. =galactic baroque= instant universe generates exotic locales at any point from the big bang to the end of the stelliferous era that better reflect where super- and ultra-advanced technology will take us. does humankind still live in trees or caves? of course not! we learned to build our own habitations long ago. likewise, instant universe determines technology levels of civilizations, indicating native life populations, star system development (including terraformed planets, megaengineered space colonies, and beyond), and interstellar colonization. writers of any genre, gamers, roleplayers, world builders, astronomy enthusiasts, and more will find this heavily researched book useful, fascinating, and fun. it's a great way to introduce children and novices to the wonders of the universe, too!