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Involution Ocean

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SKU:
1610
Condition:
Good – Minor chips to front cover edge, slight spine lean, and light creasing. Name on inside front page; date on bottom textblock. Otherwise, pages are clean, crisp, unmarked, and binding is firm.
Format:
Mass Paperback, 179 pages
Publisher:
The Berkley Publishing Group, 1988
Edition:
First Ace Edition, First Printing
In Involution Ocean, Bruce Sterling presents a gripping and surreal narrative set on a water-covered planet where complex ecosystems and brutal politics intertwine. The story follows a mercenary named Jarno, who is drawn into a conflict involving rival factions, strange creatures, and the pursuit of an elusive, revolutionary technology. The novel explores themes of human adaptation, ecological evolution, and the intersections of personal and societal transformation. Sterling weaves a world where humanity’s survival is intertwined with its own capacity for change and destruction, creating a compelling tale of technological and social upheaval.

In Involution Ocean, Bruce Sterling presents a gripping and surreal narrative set on a water-covered planet where complex ecosystems and brutal politics intertwine. The story follows a mercenary named Jarno, who is drawn into a conflict involving rival factions, strange creatures, and the pursuit of an elusive, revolutionary technology. The novel explores themes of human adaptation, ecological evolution, and the intersections of personal and societal transformation. Sterling weaves a world where humanity’s survival is intertwined with its own capacity for change and destruction, creating a compelling tale of technological and social upheaval.

Editorial Reviews

"A work of dark beauty and philosophical depth, Involution Ocean challenges the boundaries of science fiction with its exploration of technological and ecological complexity. Bruce Sterling crafts a world that is both alien and familiar, pulling readers into a narrative that questions the very nature of progress and human survival." —Publisher's Weekly

"Sterling's prose is sharp and evocative, painting a vivid picture of a world on the brink of transformation. His ability to seamlessly weave together politics, biology, and personal destiny makes Involution Ocean a standout in the genre, a novel that both entertains and provokes deep thought." —Locus Magazine

About the Author

Bruce Sterling (born 1954) is an acclaimed American science fiction author and futurist, known for his influential works within the cyberpunk genre. A major figure in the 1980s and 1990s sci-fi scene, Sterling's work often explores the impact of technology, politics, and culture on society's future. His novel The Difference Engine (co-authored with William Gibson) helped define the genre of steampunk, while his solo work, such as Islands in the Net and The Hacker Crackdown, explores the intersection of technology, global politics, and individual freedoms. Sterling is also known for his essays on emerging technologies and their societal implications. His writing often blends speculative ideas with deep reflections on the evolving role of human beings in a tech-driven world.