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*Neuromancer* opens Gibson’s Sprawl trilogy and delivers a landmark cyberpunk narrative that redefined the genre. The story follows Case, a famed data‑thief whose nervous system is crippled by former employers, as he is recruited for a high‑stakes run against an all‑powerful artificial intelligence tied to the Tessier‑Ashpool clan. Alongside a deadly crew, Case navigates a future of cyberspace, virtual reality, and the relentless information superhighway. The novel’s vivid vision has shaped speculative fiction and influenced our cultural understanding of technology.
First publish date: 1984
Genre: Science Fiction/Cyberpunk
Authors: William Gibson
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