Virtual Light
Interesting Facts
- The book is set in the near future, where technology and society have undergone significant changes.
- The main character, Berry Rydell, is a former cop turned security guard.
- The book describes the concept of «virtual light» — glasses that allow one to see alternative realities.
- The plot revolves around the theft of these glasses and various groups' attempts to obtain them.
- The book explores themes of corporate control, social inequality, and the impact of technology on society.
- The world in the book is divided between the rich and the poor, with stark contrasts between them.
- Gibson uses elements of cyberpunk to create a dark and realistic vision of the future.
- The book features numerous characters with unique and memorable personalities.
Date of publication: 20 June 2024
Updated: 15 November 2026
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Genre: Science Fiction
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