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1. en.wikipedia.org › wiki › Gene_WolfeGene Wolfe - Wikipedia

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   Gene Wolfe (1931-2019) was an American science fiction and fantasy writer, known for his dense, allusive prose and his Catholic faith. He wrote the acclaimed Book of the New Sun series, as well as many stand-alone novels and short stories.

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     A Discussion of Gene Wolfe's "The Shadow of the Torturer"

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     Gene Wolfe | The Book of the New Sun

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3. www.goodreads.com › author › showGene Wolfe (Author of The Shadow of the Torturer) - Goodreads

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   Apr 14, 2019 · Gene Wolfe was an American science fiction and fantasy writer who won many awards and influenced many other authors. Explore his biography, books, ratings, reviews, and series on Goodreads.

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   • Death Date: April 14, 2019

   • Birth Date: May 7, 1931

4. en.wikipedia.org › wiki › The_Book_of_the_New_SunThe Book of the New Sun - Wikipedia

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   The Book of the New Sun is a science fantasy novel by Gene Wolfe, published in four volumes from 1980 to 1983, with a coda in 1987. It follows the journey of Severian, a former torturer who becomes an executioner in a distant future Earth.

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6. ultan.org.ukUltan's Library – a web resource for the study of Gene Wolfe

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   Gene Wolfe 1931 – 2019. Latest: Gene Wolfe and The Pocket Book of Science-Fiction 30 May 2024. Wolfe said that Wollheim’s 1943 anthology was his gateway to discovering the science fiction pulps. Here, Michael Andre-Driussi explores one of Wolfe’s earliest influences.

7. ultan.org.uk › review-botnsMapping a Masterwork: A Critical Review of Gene Wolfe’s The ...

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   Aug 28, 2002 · For that reason, if for no other, Gene Wolfe’s The Book of the New Sun deserves to be hailed as a masterwork and not just a masterwork of science fiction but a considerable achievement within twentieth century fiction itself.

8. www.wired.com › 2023 › 01Gene Wolfe Was Sci-Fi's Most Enigmatic Writer | WIRED

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   Jan 27, 2023 · Gene Wolfe Was Sci-Fi's Most Enigmatic Writer. Fans have spent years trying to comprehend his books, and many still don't have answers. Photograph: Beth Gwinn/Getty Images. TK. The Geek's...

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   • Gene Rodman Wolfe (May 7, 1931 – April 14, 2019) was an American science fiction and fantasy writer. He was noted for his dense, allusive prose as well as the strong influence of his Catholic faith. He was a prolific short story writer and novelist, and won many literary awards. [ 2]

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   Is Gene Wolfe a good writer?

   • Harlan Ellison, reviewing The Shadow of the Torturer, wrote: "Gene Wolfe is engaged in the holy chore of writing every other author under the table. He is no less than one of the finest, most original writers in the world today. His work is singular, hypnotizing, startlingly above comparison.

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   What does Gene Wolfe say about literature?

   • Quotes by Gene Wolfe (?) “My definition of good literature is that which can be read by an educated reader, and reread with increased pleasure.” “All novels are fantasies. Some are more honest about it.” “People don't want other people to be people.” More... SciFi and Fantasy...: February Theme: Historically inspired fantasy !

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   Is reading Gene Wolfe dangerous?

   • Reading Gene Wolfe is dangerous work… It’s a knife-throwing act, and like all good knife-throwing acts, you may lose fingers, toes, earlobes or eyes in the process. Gene doesn’t mind. Gene is throwing the knives. Here my pen shall halt, reader, though I do not.

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10. www.goodreads.com › series › 41474The Book of the New Sun Series by Gene Wolfe - Goodreads

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    A masterpiece of science fantasy by the acclaimed author Gene Wolfe, The Book of the New Sun follows the adventures of Severian, a former torturer who becomes the Autarch of an empire. Explore the six books, ratings, reviews, editions and translations of this epic saga.