Accelerando by Charles Stross


Accelerando by Charles Stross is the book you've been waiting for, especially if you are a fan of Singularity theory. (I've praised Charles Stross before.)



The Singularity is a theoretical point in the development of a scientific civilization at which technological progress accelerates into infinity or beyond prediction, a concept popularized by Vernor Vinge. This is believed to occur when artificial intelligence or intelligence enhancement is perfected. I've read several sci-fi books that take place AFTER the Singularity, including Vinge's Across Realtime. Usually from the viewpoint of the humans who were left behind by the crazy post-humans who fully embraced change. Accelerando is the first book I've read that actually takes the reader THROUGH the Singularity and out the other side. A staggeringly ambitious novel, with a lot of terrific ideas. I highly recommend it, despite the fact I haven't quite finished it.


Posted: Thu - November 24, 2005 at 11:36 AM          

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