Description
Uncover the mesmerizing universe of Axiomatic, a captivating collection of eighteen imaginative short stories by famed Hugo Award-winning author Greg Egan. First published in 2014 by Skyhorse Publishing, this trade paperback format showcases the brilliance of Egan's storytelling, blending elements of science fiction with deep philosophical explorations. Each tale dives into a unique realm, featuring daring themes such as time travel, gene manipulation, and the intricacies of artificial intelligence. Experience stories like 'Axiomatic', where reality bends and twists, and 'Into Darkness', which propels you into the unknown. In this collection, you'll encounter gene-altered dolphins expressing themselves through limericks, brain implants that radically change perceptions, and love affairs in brilliantly conceived time-reversed galaxies. Egan’s masterful commentary on contemporary issues such as bioengineering and the rapidly evolving electronic frontier will resonate with sci-fi enthusiasts and casual readers alike. Perfect for fans of cyberpunk, speculative fiction, and those curious about the future of humanity, Axiomatic invites you to explore our potential paths and asks the profound questions that accompany them. Discover the profound and the playful in this essential anthology today!