Cyberpunk is a genre that relates to science fiction. It reflects the decline of human culture, which is progressing in the computer age. The term "cybernetics" was first used by the American writer Bruce Betke. For the first time, a story that contained such a name was written in 1983. In most cases, the literary genre of cyberpunk describes the world of the future, among which appeared there are new information technologies. After many authors have used this direction in their literature.
Here is a list of the top 10 books in the cyberpunk genre: a ranking of the most interesting works in this style about the technologies of the future and the role of man in the new world.
List
- 10. Incarceron, Katherine Fisher
- 9. When the abyss is underfoot, George Alec Effinger
- 8. Modified carbon, Richard Morgan
- 7. Blade Runner, Philip Dick
- 6. The first player to get ready, Ernest Kline
- 5. Virtual light, William Gibson
- 4. The Handmaid's Tale, Margaret Atwood
- 3. Avalanche, Neil Stevenson
- 2. Wirth, Jeff Noon
- 1. Neuromancer, William Gibson
10. Incarceron, Katherine Fisher
The book "Incarceron"Gives its reader the idea that the whole world is imprisoned in the most complex prison. A prisoner who is completely devoid of memory is placed in this world. But he believes that he has already come here, and now this prison is sealed forever.
The book also tells of a girl who lived in a large luxurious estate with her hated husband. She understands that she will not be able to live like this for a long time, but she is unable to do anything.
Many points in the book give the reader an idea that there may be something unimaginable and incredible. Learn more can only be in the work.
9. When the abyss is underfoot, George Alec Effinger
The book "When the abyss is underfoot»Talks about future events. For the reader, the 22nd century, the century of economic chaos, is turning the largest powers into a monarchy and a universal dictatorship.
Artificial drugs, as well as some kind of brain implants, are available to everyone living in this difficult time. At this time, a person can easily change sex and hobbies with life without any problems.
The book tells about the life of a private detective who is investigating a strange case of disappearance. He tries his best, but the killings continue.
8. Modified carbon, Richard Morgan
The book "Modified carbon"Tells of the Earth of the 27th century. The world has changed too much. Human beings calmly pass from one body to another. They created excellent conditions for criminals, policemen, and even for armies.
But this world does not seem ideal for a former military man named Takeshi, who was hired to investigate a strange murder case.
7. Blade Runner, Philip Dick
«Razor blade"Is one of the most famous novels. It was written by an outstanding American writer who writes in the genre of science fiction.
The main character of the book is an android hunter who flies to Earth. He looks like a real person, but no one knows who he really is.
Based on this book, a film was made, which gained great popularity.
6. The first player to get ready, Ernest Kline
The book "First player get ready"Tells its reader about the near future. Land is on the verge of extinction, in countries a complete economic crisis.
In this scenario of life, the most convenient way out of this situation is virtual space. People who play games know what power is. Once a young guy named Wade finds one of the main keys in the game, and now only he knows how to win.
But on the heels are teams from various organizations who want to remove this lucky one, not only in the fictional world, but in our present.
5. Virtual light, William Gibson
A novel called "Virtual light"- the most famous work of this author. It is not inferior even to the best books. The action takes place again in the future.
Communities in the world are going through a rather difficult time. Many countries want to become independent. In many, conflicts are brewing. But even against the backdrop of all this, science does not stop there.
The book tells that scientists were able to find a cure for AIDS. The action takes place in one of the dysfunctional states. Many people live in earthquake-destroyed cities. The bridge, which was littered after the destruction, became useless to anyone. In such places various small criminals began to gather, tramps who plot something bad.
4. The Handmaid's Tale, Margaret Atwood
Book of Canadian writer "The Handmaid's Tale"Was first shown in 1985. It is worth noting that this book has been awarded many awards and has even been filmed as a television series in 2017.
The action takes place in New England in the very near future. In one of the societies, cruel and religious radicals came to power. The main character of the book was supposed to bear a child of one famous commander. His wife was barren and could not have children at all. This role was assigned to a simple servant named Fred.
The writer tried to show in her novel the theme of oppression of women. The book shows the forces of resistance and indomitability of the simple human spirit.
3. Avalanche, Neil Stevenson
The book with the simple title "Avalanche"Tells of two worlds. The outside world is split into many hundreds of small states. The virtual world unites people into one computer universe.
Everything is much better in the virtual world. But there it is necessary to observe rather strict rules of the game. In such a world, it’s much easier, but you need to understand that they can be killed there for real. That in one thing, that in another world there is a war for one drug called Avalanche.
The book contains many such points that can greatly surprise the reader. The unpredictable plot and unexpected ending merged into a single book binding.
2. Wirth, Jeff Noon
The book "Wirth"Is a story about the distant future. Many virtual tools have been created that help expand human consciousness to unbelievable limits.
At this time, many guys and girls begin to play a very strange game called Wirth. This game has almost no rules, it is completely simple. But you need to adhere strictly to one single, but very important rule: "Be careful." What can happen if this rule is violated? What awaits the players? You can find out about this by reading the fascinating book by Jeff Noon "Wirth."
1. Neuromancer, William Gibson
In the first place in our list of the best books in the cyberpunk genre is a book with an unusual title “Neuromancer". This is the best canonical work in this genre. It was awarded many prizes, which glorified him.
The novel was published for the first time in 1984. This book discusses concepts such as artificial intelligence, virtuality, computer network, matrix, and others.
The book tells the future where you can see many of the created technologies. They help people go into unreality. Large corporations are piling up our Earth. Once a cybernetic makes a big mistake, which gives him a chance to return to his native information element.