Dan Simmons
What’s inside
Hyperion is a science fiction novel featuring a frame story structure similar to The Canterbury Tales. It follows seven pilgrims as they journey to the distant world of Hyperion and share their tales.
You’ll Learn
- Exploring thought-provoking themes of time and religion
- Experiencing a blend of individual stories within a larger narrative
- Enjoying a richly built and complex science fiction universe
- Contemplating the nature of humanity and technology
Key Points
- The Pilgrimage to the Shrike
- The Priest’s Tale: ‘The Man Who Cried God’
- The Soldier’s Tale: ‘The War Lovers’
- The Poet’s Tale: ‘Hyperion Cantos’
- The Scholar’s Tale: ‘The River Lethe’s Taste is Bitter’
- The Detective’s Tale: ‘The Long Good-Bye’
- The Consul’s Tale: ‘Remembering Siri’
Who’s it For
- Science fiction enthusiasts
- Fans of complex narratives
- Readers interested in space opera
- Lovers of futuristic worlds
About the author
Dan Simmons is an acclaimed author known for his Hugo Award-winning novel Hyperion. He weaves complex science fiction with rich storytelling.