Mirrorshades: The Cyberpunk Anthology

Interesting Facts

• The book is considered one of the first anthologies to introduce the cyberpunk genre to a wide audience and played a crucial role in its popularization.
• The anthology includes stories by renowned authors such as William Gibson, Pat Cadigan, and John Shirley, who became key figures in the development of cyberpunk.
• Each story in the book explores themes of high technology and its impact on society, which became a hallmark of the cyberpunk genre.
• The anthology was released at a time when cyberpunk was just beginning to gain popularity and helped shape its core themes and style.
• The book presents a variety of styles and approaches to cyberpunk, making it an important resource for understanding the evolution of the genre.