James K. Morrow
James K. Morrow is an American author of speculative fiction and satire, best known for his Godhead Trilogy, which includes the novels 'Towing Jehovah', 'Blameless in Abaddon', and 'The Eternal Footman'. Morrow's work often explores themes of religion, metaphysics, and the nature of reality, often with a humorous twist. He has won numerous awards, including the Nebula Award, the World Fantasy Award, and the Grand Prix de l'Imaginaire.
Books
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1. Only Begotten Daughter
The novel presents a thought-provoking tale of a young woman who discovers she is the daughter of God, born of a virgin father through a miraculous occurrence. Set in a world that mirrors our own but with a satirical twist, the narrative follows her journey as she grapples with her divine heritage, existential dilemmas, and the expectations of humanity. Along the way, she encounters a cast of characters including a brother who is a semi-immortal sea monster, a satanic figure, and a talking dog, all while exploring themes of faith, free will, and the nature of salvation. Her quest for self-understanding and purpose leads her through a series of adventures that challenge conventional religious notions and the very concept of divinity.
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2. Towing Jehovah
In this satirical fantasy novel, the death of God has left a two-mile-long corpse floating in the Atlantic Ocean, presenting a unique challenge for the disgraced captain of an oil tanker who is tasked with the bizarre mission of towing the divine body to its final resting place in the Arctic. Along the way, the crew must navigate a series of moral and existential dilemmas, as well as confront various fanatics and opportunists who have their own designs on the deceased deity. The novel explores themes of faith, responsibility, and the nature of belief in a world where the ultimate symbol of divinity is now a tangible, decaying entity.
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