Xenocide

Xenocide is the act of systematically exterminating all individuals of a certain species, a concept often explored in science fiction. The term was coined by Orson Scott Card in his Ender's Game series.

Etymology

The term "xenocide" is derived from the Greek words "xenos" (stranger, alien) and "-cide" (killer), thus meaning "alien killer". It was first used in the novel Xenocide, the third book in the Ender's Game series.

In literature

In the Ender's Game series, xenocide refers to the extermination of the Formics, an alien species, by humans. The concept is explored in depth, with the protagonist, Ender Wiggin, grappling with the moral implications of his actions.

In popular culture

The term has since been used in various other science fiction works and discussions, often to explore themes of genocide, colonialism, and ethics.

See also

• Genocide
• Speciesism
• Colonialism
• Ethics in science fiction

Xenocide Resources
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References

External links

• Xenocide on Wikipedia

Further reading

• Card, Orson Scott. Xenocide. Tor Books, 1991.