Discover books similar to "The King of Dreams"

Roger Zelazny

Lord of Light

This book, like 'The King of Dreams', is a masterpiece of science fiction and fantasy, with a strong emphasis on mythology and exotic, otherworldly settings. 'Lord of Light' tells the story of a group of humans who have escaped Earth's destruction and now live on a distant planet, where they have established a new society based on Hindu mythology. The protagonist, Sam, is a reincarnated god who seeks to overthrow the ruling class and bring about a new age of enlightenment.

Ursula K. Le Guin

The Left Hand of Darkness

Le Guin's novel, like Silverberg's, is a classic of the genre, known for its rich world-building, complex characters, and thought-provoking themes. 'The Left Hand of Darkness' takes place on a planet where inhabitants can choose and change their gender, exploring themes of identity, sexuality, and society. The protagonist, Genly Ai, is a human envoy who must navigate the complex politics and customs of this alien world in order to bring it into a political alliance with Earth.

Samuel R. Delany

Dhalgren

This book, like 'The King of Dreams', is a challenging and rewarding work of science fiction that explores themes of identity, memory, and the nature of reality. 'Dhalgren' takes place in a post-apocalyptic city where the laws of physics and logic seem to have broken down, and the protagonist, a young man named Kid, must navigate this surreal landscape while trying to make sense of his own past and identity.

Ursula K. Le Guin

The Dispossessed

Like 'The King of Dreams', this novel is a thought-provoking work of science fiction that explores political and social themes. 'The Dispossessed' tells the story of Shevek, a physicist from a poverty-stricken, anarchist moon who travels to the wealthy, capitalist planet of Urras in order to share his discoveries. The novel explores the tensions between these two societies, as well as the personal and political choices that Shevek must make.

Marion Zimmer Bradley

The Mists of Avalon

This book, like 'The King of Dreams', is a rich and immersive work of fantasy that explores mythology and history from a unique perspective. 'The Mists of Avalon' retells the Arthurian legend from the point of view of the women in the story, including Morgan le Fay and Viviane, the Lady of the Lake. The novel explores the tensions between paganism and Christianity, as well as the role of women in a patriarchal society.

Tim Powers

The Anubis Gates

Like 'The King of Dreams', this book is a time-travel story that combines elements of science fiction, fantasy, and horror. 'The Anubis Gates' follows a professor of poetry who travels back in time to 1810 London, where he becomes embroiled in a conspiracy involving Egyptian magic, time travel, and a mad sorcerer. The novel is known for its intricate plotting, rich historical detail, and vivid characters.

Rosemary Kirstein

The Steerswoman

This book, like 'The King of Dreams', is a work of science fiction that combines elements of mystery, adventure, and world-building. 'The Steerswoman' follows a navigator named Rowan who discovers a mysterious artifact that leads her on a journey through a complex and fascinating world. The novel is known for its strong characters, intricate plotting, and thought-provoking themes.

Mary Doria Russell

The Sparrow

Like 'The King of Dreams', this novel is a work of science fiction that explores themes of faith, culture, and the nature of humanity. 'The Sparrow' follows a group of Jesuit missionaries who travel to a distant planet in order to make contact with an alien race. The novel explores the tensions between faith and reason, as well as the personal and spiritual struggles of the characters.

Ursula K. Le Guin

The Lathe of Heaven

This book, like 'The King of Dreams', is a work of science fiction that explores the nature of reality and the power of the human mind. 'The Lathe of Heaven' follows a man named George Orr, who has the ability to change reality through his dreams. The novel explores the consequences of this power, as well as the nature of reality and the human condition.

Connie Willis

The Doomsday Book

This book, like 'The King of Dreams', is a work of science fiction that combines elements of history, time travel, and adventure. 'The Doomsday Book' follows a historian named Kivrin who travels back in time to the 14th century, where she becomes embroiled in the events leading up to the Black Death. The novel is known for its rich historical detail, vivid characters, and intricate plotting.