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Science Fiction· United States

Hyperion

by Dan Simmons
Aggregate Editorial Score60/100
★Hugo Award
Published 1990481 pagesEnglish
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About This Book

Few works of science fiction have earned the sustained critical attention that Hyperion (1990) by Dan Simmons continues to receive. Seven pilgrims journeying to the mysterious Time Tombs on the planet Hyperion each tell their story—structured after Chaucer's Canterbury Tales—in this Hugo Award–winning science fiction epic. Simmons creates a vast, richly imagined future universe and a set of interlocking narratives that range from horror to romance to war story. Themes of time, pilgrimage, AI run through the work. The book has received recognition from Hugo Award 1990.

Book Details

AuthorDan Simmons
Published1990
Country of Origin🇺🇸 United States
LanguageEnglish
Pages481
Category🚀 Science Fiction
ISBN9780553283686
Editorial Score60/100
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Editorial Assessment

Hyperion by Dan Simmons sits within the tradition of science fiction that treats language as seriously as plot. Published in 1990 in United States, it engages with time, pilgrimage, AI, religion in ways that have earned it lasting critical attention. Among its recognitions: Hugo Award 1990. With an editorial score of 60/100 drawn from 1 independent sources, the book occupies a well-documented position in the critical literature. Its recognition spans international prizes, "best of" lists, and academic surveys. Readers coming to Hyperion for the first time will find a work that rewards patience. The book's handling of time, pilgrimage, AI, religion is layered rather than didactic, and a second reading often reveals dimensions the first pass only hinted at. Within United States's literary landscape, Dan Simmons occupies a significant position. Hyperion is both a personal artistic statement and a contribution to a tradition shaped by the country's history and cultural concerns.
About this assessment: Editorial scores are aggregated from 1 independent sources including major literary prizes, critical surveys, and leading publications. Our editorial team reviews and contextualises this data. Rankings reflect critical consensus, not personal opinion or popularity metrics. Learn about our methodology.

Awards & Recognition

Hugo Award
winner · genre
199045
✍️
About the Author
Dan Simmons
United States
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Dan Simmons is a celebrated author from United States known for influential works of science fiction.

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is Hyperion about?

Seven pilgrims journeying to the mysterious Time Tombs on the planet Hyperion each tell their story—structured after Chaucer's Canterbury Tales—in this Hugo Award–winning science fiction epic. Simmons creates a vast, richly imagined future universe and a set of interlocking narratives that range from horror to romance to war story.

Who wrote Hyperion?

Hyperion was written by Dan Simmons, from United States. First published in 1990.

What awards has Hyperion won?

Hyperion has received the following awards and honours: Hugo Award 1990.

Is Hyperion worth reading?

Hyperion is a notable work that has earned critical attention, with an aggregate editorial score of 45/100 on 50 Best Books, based on mentions across 1 editorial source. It is particularly recommended for readers interested in time, pilgrimage, AI.

Where can I buy Hyperion?

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What category is Hyperion?

Hyperion is classified as Science Fiction. Speculative fiction exploring technology, space, the future, and society.

What country is Hyperion from?

Hyperion originates from United States's literary tradition. Explore more books from United States on our country page.

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