- door Daniel Pawlik
Pill-Reading Corner: Dan Simmons – The Hyperion Cantos
- door Daniel Pawlik
"Nothing smells as good as old books" – The Fall of Hyperion
I couldn't resist starting with this quote; it pretty aptly describes my experience with Dan Simmons' series. Although I read it 20 years ago, it still sits on my bookshelf on the same shelf as Dune and The Lord of the Rings.
Imagine a universe, a colonized universe, heading towards war. The only solution is an encounter with the Shrike – the Lord of Pain who came from a place beyond time to announce the end of humanity. A task undertaken by: a priest, a soldier, a scholar, a poet, a detective, a captain, and a consul.
The book, which in my opinion inspired many subsequent authors and profoundly shaped pop culture, I recommend you discover and experience this adventure for yourself without hesitation.
Let's now look at the opinions of readers of the website lubimyczytac.pl, as many of them also consider this story to be unique.
Let's now look at the opinions of readers of the website lubimyczytac.pl, as many of them also consider this story to be unique.
Author: Tomasz Salachna
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Oh, what an adventure! My friend persuaded me to read this book. At first, I found it difficult, but from page 100, I couldn't put it down. It's definitely the best science fiction book I've ever read. The unconventional approach to the subject, the many intertwined storylines that come together to form a whole – simply magnificent.
Matt
Rating: 9/10
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What a wonderful novel! I already know the author from some books – "The Terror" I liked very much, it's a masterpiece, I would give it 10 out of 10 points. But it's just a taste of the next volumes. The universe created by Simmons is fantastic, the cooperation between AI and humans, the way we travel through space… simply incredible! I haven't encountered such concepts since "Dune." And besides, it's an incredible journey into the world of romance (Keats). I am enchanted and it's among my top 10. I can only recommend it!
Arek
Rating: 9/10
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A wonderful continuation of Hyperion. Thrilling and unexpected twists. The entire four-part Hyperion/Endymion series is worth reading multiple times; you can pick it up again and again. With each reading, the story becomes clearer and we enjoy it even more intensely.
Matthäus
Rating: 10/10
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The book of my life! A masterpiece! I consider both parts simply the pinnacle of world literature. It's not just perfect fantasy/science fiction. It captivates with beauty and depth. I believe this book will still be relevant even in 500 years, when we have conscious, AI-based androids and a colonized Mars – or even beyond.
Jakob
Rating: 10/10
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