Contact, written by Carl Sagan, is a thought-provoking science fiction novel that explores the possibility of extraterrestrial life and the challenges of interstellar communication. The story follows Dr. Ellie Arroway, a brilliant scientist who detects a mysterious signal from the star Vega. As humanity deciphers the message, it becomes clear that it is of alien origin, leading to a global effort to decipher its meaning and make contact. Contact delves into profound questions about the nature of existence, faith, and the search for knowledge beyond our planet.