1984 Neuromancer by William Gibson Mass Market Paperback 1st Ed
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Neuromancer by William Gibson Ace Science Fiction Specials, 1984 CONDITION: Copy is tight with unmarked text, mild wear. GOOD ATTRIBUTES: Mass market paperback. DESCRIPTION: William Gibson's *Neuromancer* is a seminal work of science fiction, widely credited with defining the cyberpunk genre. The novel immerses readers in a dystopian, high-tech future where advanced technology intertwines with human experience, exploring themes such as technological development, artificial intelligence, corporate power, and the blurring lines of human identity in a world where virtual reality seamlessly merges with physical reality. The narrative follows Case, a former hacker who navigates a complex world of artificial intelligence and corporate dominance, undertaking a high-stakes heist. Gibson's writing in *Neuromancer* is notable for its vivid descriptions and its exploration of the profound impact of technology on society. The book delves into questions of identity and personhood, examining who qualifies as a person and what constitutes a personality in a technologically advanced landscape. Other significant themes include the relationship between technology and the body, self-interest versus human connection, addiction, and the nature of reality and perception. *Neuromancer* holds immense historical and literary significance as the first novel in Gibson's Sprawl trilogy, which also includes *Count Zero* and *Mona Lisa Overdrive*. It introduced and popularized the concept of "cyberspace"
- Publisher: Penguin Publishing Group
- Year: 1984
- ISBN: 9780441569564
- Condition: Good
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