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Mentioned in 11 episodes

Hyperion

Book • 1989

In 'Hyperion', Dan Simmons crafts a complex and engaging narrative that follows seven pilgrims as they travel to the enigmatic planet Hyperion.

Each pilgrim has a unique story to tell, which they share during their journey, revealing their connections to Hyperion and the Shrike, a metallic creature with the power to grant wishes.

The novel is structured similarly to 'The Canterbury Tales' by Geoffrey Chaucer, with a framing narrative that presents the tales of the pilgrims.

The story explores themes of religion, war, love, and the human condition, set against a backdrop of interstellar politics and technological advancements.

The novel is praised for its detailed world-building, character development, and literary references.

Mentioned by

Patrick O'Shaughnessy

Brandon Sanderson

Michael Lingelbach

Mentioned in 11 episodes

Mentioned by

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as one of his favorite science fiction books.

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as a classic of big, complicated science fiction.

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as a poetic sci-fi book that focuses on character-driven stories.

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as a book comparable to "Snow Crash" and "Neuromancer", highlighting its complex narrative and exploration of various themes.

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as a mind-blowing book that will challenge and improve your writing.

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as a book that uses suspense effectively by not fully revealing the monster until later in the story.

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Noel Brown

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