This series embarks on a bizarre and often surreal journey, delving into profound questions about faith, mortality, and the human condition. Characters navigate a landscape where the absurd collides with existential dread, facing ecological guilt and spiritual sabotage. It's a darkly humorous and thought-provoking exploration for readers who appreciate unconventional narratives. Prepare for a uniquely challenging literary adventure that probes the depths of belief and consequence.
God is dead, and Anthony Van Horne must tow the corpse to the Arctic (to preserve Him from sharks and decomposition). En route Van Horne must also contend with ecological guilt, a militant girlfriend, sabotage both natural and spiritual, and greedy hucksters of oil, condoms, and doubtful ideas. Winner of a 1995 World Fantasy Award.
Set in a Florida theme park, the narrative features a comatose, colossal God as a central attraction. The plot thickens when a cunning judge initiates a trial in The Hague, accusing God of crimes against humanity. This unique blend of humor and ferocity explores themes of divinity and accountability, making it a standout title recognized as a New York Times Notable Book of the Year.
A satirical fantasy in which God is dead, his skull orbiting the earth as a second moon. Plague is rampant on earth and the absence of hope turns people into nihilists.