The Shockwave Rider
Fiction | Novel | Adult | Published in 1995
288
Novel • Fiction
United States • Future
1995
Adult
16-18 years
In The Shockwave Rider by John Brunner, readers follow a person named Nick Haflinger who navigates a future society dominated by constant technological connectivity. As Nick eludes controlling systems using skills learned in government training, the narrative explores themes of autonomy, surveillance, and information manipulation in a complex, tech-driven world.
Suspenseful
Mysterious
Challenging
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The Shockwave Rider by John Brunner is praised for its visionary take on future technological and societal challenges, often deemed prescient of the internet era. Critics laud its exploration of themes like privacy and information overload. However, some find its narrative style dense and characters underdeveloped. Overall, it's a thought-provoking read for sci-fi enthusiasts.
A reader intrigued by the intersection of technology and society, who enjoyed novels like Neuromancer by William Gibson or 1984 by George Orwell, will relish The Shockwave Rider. This book appeals to those fascinated by cyberpunk themes and the sociopolitical impact of technological advancements.
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288
Novel • Fiction
United States • Future
1995
Adult
16-18 years
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