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"The Fifth Head of Cerberus" deals with themes of:

  • Time Travel

  • Identity

  • Space Warfare

  • Virtual Reality

Answer

In the novel "The Fifth Head of Cerberus," identity is a central theme. The protagonist, a man named Sean, struggles with understanding who he is and where he belongs. He grapples with the concept of identity in a world where technology has blurred the lines between the real and the virtual, leading to questions about individuality, authenticity, and what it truly means to be human.
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