The Uplift Trilogy

The Uplift Trilogy is a science fiction series by David Brin that explores a future universe where intelligent alien species, called "uplifted" races, have been genetically enhanced or uplifted by more advanced civilizations. The series delves into themes of intelligence, ethics, and diplomacy across different species, highlighting how these relationships shape societal and galactic dynamics. It features complex characters and rich world-building, emphasizing the responsibilities and consequences of creating and interacting with new forms of intelligent life. Overall, it explores the possibilities and moral questions of elevating other species to sentience within a vast, interconnected universe.