Description
In a far-future world where the sun is dying and civilization has regressed, Severian, an apprentice in the Torturers' Guild, is exiled from his home city. His journey across the decaying planet of Urth becomes a profound exploration of memory, faith, and the nature of heroism. As Severian encounters a cast of enigmatic characters and grapples with his own destiny, he is increasingly seen as a potential messiah, capable of bringing forth a New Sun to revitalize the world. Gene Wolfe's masterful prose, rich with allegory and intricate detail, invites readers into a complex narrative that blurs the lines between myth and reality, challenging perceptions of truth and salvation.
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paperback
Simon and Schuster
Published Jan 1, 1983
303 pages
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First Published
1983
Language
eng
Content Warnings
Content and trigger warnings for Book of the New Sun by Gene Wolfe.