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Vernor Vinge

    October 2, 1944 – March 20, 2024

    Vernor Vinge is renowned for his visionary works at the intersection of science and philosophy. His writing explores the profound implications of exponential technological growth, speculating on humanity's future transformations. Vinge's narratives delve into deep questions about the nature of intelligence and consciousness within a rapidly evolving world. His style is characterized by intellectual depth and a remarkable ability to foresee future technological and societal shifts.

    Vernor Vinge
    True Names and the Opening of the Cyberspace Frontier
    Marooned in Realtime
    Across Realtime
    A Fire Upon The Deep
    A Deepness in the Sky
    Zones of Thought
    • 2016

      True Names

      • 320 pages
      • 12 hours of reading
      3.6(52)Add rating

      "Mr Slippery is an illegal computer hacker - a Warlock - and an expert in a new virtual reality technology called the Other Plane. Arrested by US the government and forced to work for them, he finds himself pitted against a new and frightening international cybercriminal: the Mailman. The Mailman is building a network of Warlocks, promising them wealth and power, causing chaos around the globe - but noone has ever met him in person. As Mr Slippery and his sidekick Erythrina drain the world's computational power to track down their formidable adversary, they begin to wonder if they are chasing a ghost. Is the Mailman a man at all? Is he even human?"--Provided by publisher

      True Names
    • 2010

      Zones of Thought

      • 976 pages
      • 35 hours of reading
      4.4(671)Add rating

      Vinge's masterpieces together at last, in one epic volume.

      Zones of Thought
    • 2007

      Rainbows end

      • 400 pages
      • 14 hours of reading
      3.8(16889)Add rating

      In a near-future western civilization that is threatened by corruptive practices within its technologically advanced information networks, a recovered Alzheimer's victim and his family are caught up in a dangerous maelstrom beyond their worst imaginings

      Rainbows end
    • 2006

      Tatja Grimm's World

      • 286 pages
      • 11 hours of reading
      3.3(743)Add rating

      Vernor Vinge's debut full-length novel explores the intricate interplay between technology and humanity. Set in a richly imagined universe, it delves into themes of artificial intelligence and the potential consequences of advanced technology on society. The narrative features compelling characters who navigate a future filled with challenges and moral dilemmas, showcasing Vinge's signature blend of thought-provoking ideas and engaging storytelling.

      Tatja Grimm's World
    • 2006

      Vernor Vinge erzählt in seinen preisgekrönten Geschichten die Zukunft, von der Internetentwicklung über Biotechnologie bis zur Raumfahrt. Seine Werke, die bereits heute als Klassiker gelten, zeigen das transformative Potenzial der Science Fiction.

      Die Tiefen der Zeit. Roman
    • 2002

      Vernor Vinge's career in science fiction spans decades, beginning with his first story in 1965. Renowned for his innovative storytelling, he has evolved into a celebrated author, winning the prestigious Hugo Award for his last two novels. His contributions to the genre reflect both growth and a deep understanding of science fiction's potential, solidifying his status among the field's elite writers.

      The Collected Stories of Vernor Vinge
    • 2001

      A collection of articles and essays about the new frontier of the Internet, especially a direct interface between brain and computer that enables game players of the future to actually experience the world of their fantasies.

      True Names and the Opening of the Cyberspace Frontier
    • 2000

      The Hugo and John W. Campbell Memorial Award-winning prequel to the magnificent A FIRE UPON THE DEEP.

      A Deepness in the Sky
    • 1993

      Alternate Cover Edition can be found here. A Fire upon the Deep is the big, breakout book that fulfills the promise of Vinge's career to date: a gripping tale of galactic war told on a cosmic scale.Thousands of years hence, many races inhabit a universe where a mind's potential is determined by its location in space, from superintelligent entities in the Transcend, to the limited minds of the Unthinking Depths, where only simple creatures and technology can function. Nobody knows what strange force partitioned space into these "regions of thought," but when the warring Straumli realm use an ancient Transcendent artifact as a weapon, they unwittingly unleash an awesome power that destroys thousands of worlds and enslaves all natural and artificial intelligence.Fleeing the threat, a family of scientists, including two children, are taken captive by the Tines, an alien race with a harsh medieval culture, and used as pawns in a ruthless power struggle. A rescue mission, not entirely composed of humans, must rescue the children-and a secret that may save the rest of interstellar civilization.

      A Fire Upon The Deep
    • 1991

      Marooned in Realtime

      • 286 pages
      • 11 hours of reading
      4.1(4810)Add rating

      Set fifty million years in the future, this narrative explores humanity's struggle for survival in a perilous high-tech environment. Multiple Hugo Award winner Vernor Vinge crafts a gripping tale where the fate of mankind hinges on a dangerous game, blending elements of science fiction with intense stakes. The story promises to challenge perceptions of technology and humanity's place in the universe, engaging readers with its imaginative scope and thrilling plot.

      Marooned in Realtime