Permutation City by Greg Egan
"Permutation City" by Greg Egan is a science fiction novel set in a future where people can create digital copies of themselves, known as "copies," and upload their consciousness into virtual reality. The story follows a computer scientist named Paul Durham who is obsessed with creating a perfect copy of himself. As he delves deeper into the possibilities of digital existence, he uncovers profound philosophical questions about identity, consciousness, and the nature of reality. Egan's thought-provoking narrative explores the ethical and existential implications of creating and living as digital beings.
The 9459th greatest book of all time
- Published
- 1994
- Nationality
- Australian
- Type
- Fiction
- Pages
- 320
- Words
- 110,000
- Original Language
- English
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This book is on the following lists:
- 188th on Top 200 Science Fiction Books (Pre-2000) (Sci-Fi Lists)
- Arthur C. Clarke Award (Arthur C. Clarke Award)