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Anathem

Neal Stephenson

  • 937 pages · about 16 hours
  • First published 2008
  • 18 editions
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1 About this book

Anathem is a science fiction novel by American writer Neal Stephenson, published in 2008. Major themes include the many-worlds interpretation of quantum mechanics and the philosophical debate between Platonic realism and nominalism.

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Good for readers who want: science fiction, a thriller, aliens, and a long read.

  • Philosophy
  • Science Fiction & Fantasy
  • Science fiction
  • Mathematics
  • Thrillers
  • Life on other planets
  • Disasters
  • Religious

2 About Neal Stephenson

Born 1959

Neal Town Stephenson (born October 31, 1959) is an American writer known for his works of speculative fiction. His novels have been categorized as science fiction, historical fiction, cyberpunk, and baroque. His Snow Crash (1992) was included on Time's list of the 100 best novels since 1923.

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