John C. Wright Books

The Phoenix Exultant is a continuation of the story begun in The Golden Age and like it, a grand space opera in the tradition of Jack Vance and Roger Zelazny (with a touch of Cordwainer Smith-style invention). At the conclusion of the first book, Phaethon of Radamanthus House, was left an exile from his life of power and privilege. Now he embarks upon a quest across the transformed solar system--Jupiter is a second sun, Mars and Venus terraformed, humanity immortal--among humans, intelligent machines, and bizarre life forms, to recover his memory, to regain his place in society and to move that society away from stagnation and toward the stars. And most of all Phaethon's quest is to regain ownership of the magnificent starship, the Phoenix Exultant, the most wonderful ship ever built, and fly her to the stars. The Phoenix Exultantis an astounding story of super science, a thrilling wonder story that recaptures the verve of SF's golden age writers It is a suitably grand and stirring fulfillment of the promise shown in The Golden Age and confirms John C. Wright as a major new talent in the field. He concludes the Golden Age trilogy in The Golden Transcendence.

The Golden Age is 10,000 years in the future in our solar system, an interplanetary utopian society filled with immortal humans. Phaethon, of Radamanthus House, is attending a glorious party at his family mansion celebrating the thousand-year anniversary of the High Transcendence. There he meets an old man who accuses him of being an imposter, and then a being from Neptune who claims to be an old friend. The Neptunian tells him that essential parts of his memory were removed and stored by the very government that Phaethon believes to be wholly honorable. It shakes his faith. Is he indeed an exile from himself? He can't resist investigating, even though to do so could mean the loss of his inheritance, his very place in society. His quest must be to regain his true identity and fulfill the destiny he chose for himself.The Golden Age is just the beginning of Phaethon's story, which will continue in The Phoenix Exultant, forthcoming from Tor.

Set in 10,515 AD, the narrative unfolds as the Hyades Armada approaches Earth, intending to evaluate humanity for enslavement. Over the past 8,000 years, two rival factions have emerged, each adopting distinct strategies to confront the impending alien invasion. The story explores their divergent methods and the high stakes involved in humanity's survival against a formidable extraterrestrial force.

Grandmaster A E van Vogt was a key figure in the Golden Age of science fiction during the 1940s. His influential work, "The World of Null-A," serves as a sequel to his earlier novels, "Null-A" and "The Players of Null-A."

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The book is a facsimile reprint of a scarce antiquarian work, preserving its historical significance despite potential imperfections like marks and flawed pages. It aims to protect and promote cultural literature by offering a high-quality, affordable edition that remains true to the original.

The critique delves into the disillusionment surrounding the Star Wars franchise, particularly focusing on the film "The Last Jedi." John C. Wright, a renowned science fiction author, expresses deep disappointment over the film's storytelling, arguing that it alienated devoted fans and squandered the franchise's goodwill. He explores the reasons behind the film's perceived failures and the impact of its narrative choices on the audience's connection to the beloved saga, marking it as a pivotal moment in the franchise's decline.

The book is a facsimile reprint of an original antiquarian work, preserving its historical significance despite potential imperfections like marks and flawed pages. It aims to protect and promote cultural literature by providing modern editions that remain true to the original text, ensuring accessibility and quality for readers interested in classic works.

Set in a dazzling city that transcends time, the narrative explores the lives of the Masters of Time, who manipulate history by abducting notable figures for their own entertainment. This society, filled with both heroic and horrific elements, reveals the consequences of their arrogance, as the Masters remain unaccountable for their actions. The story delves into themes of power, morality, and the complexities of time, presenting a world where the past and present collide in unexpected ways.

The strategic significance of outer space has escalated since the Cold War, as nations vie for dominance in this new frontier. The book explores how world powers must rethink their approach to warfare in orbit, moving beyond fanciful ideas to address the real geopolitical implications of their actions in space. It emphasizes the need for thoughtful policies that reflect the complexities of military operations in this high-stakes arena.