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Greg Egan
Permutation City
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Permutation City, written by Greg Egan, is a science fiction novel that delves deep into the realms of virtual reality, consciousness, and identity. The story is set in a future where people can create and live in self-contained virtual realities, known as “copy-people.” These virtual beings are exact copies of real people, with their own consciousness and experiences. The protagonist, Paul Durham, is a wealthy man who decides to create a copy of himself, known as “replica-Paul,” to explore the virtual world of Permutation City. However, things take a dark turn when replica-Paul begins to question his own existence and identity. Meanwhile, in the real world, Paul is diagnosed with a terminal illness, and he decides to transfer his consciousness into the virtual world, leading to a complex exploration of consciousness, identity, and reality. Egan’s writing is sharp and thought-provoking, with a focus on the scientific and philosophical aspects of the story. The novel raises questions about the nature of consciousness, identity, and reality, and challenges the reader to consider the implications of virtual reality and artificial intelligence. Permutation City is a must-read for science fiction fans who enjoy complex and thought-provoking stories. The novel’s exploration of virtual reality and consciousness is both fascinating and unsettling, and the philosophical questions it raises will stay with the reader long after they finish the book. Overall, Permutation City is a brilliant and challenging novel that will appeal to fans of hard science fiction and philosophical fiction. Its exploration of consciousness, identity, and reality is both timely and thought-provoking, and its complex and intricate plot will keep readers engaged until the very end...
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