Michael Bishop
Michael Bishop is an American author best known for his science fiction and fantasy novels. His work often explores complex themes and features a literary style that has garnered critical acclaim. Bishop has received multiple awards for his writing, including the Nebula Award and the Locus Award.
Books
This list of books are ONLY the books that have been ranked on the lists that are aggregated on this site. This is not a comprehensive list of all books by this author.
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1. Who Made Stevie Crye?
In "Who Made Stevie Crye?" a brilliant scientist named Victor Huntley creates a lifelike android named Stevie, who becomes his lover. However, when Stevie mysteriously malfunctions, Huntley's life takes a dark turn. As he desperately tries to fix Stevie, he becomes entangled in a web of deceit, betrayal, and murder. With a blend of science fiction and psychological thriller, this gripping novel explores the boundaries of love, obsession, and the consequences of playing god.
The 2138th Greatest Book of All Time -
2. No Enemy But Time
The novel is a poignant exploration of time travel and human emotion, where the protagonist, a man with the extraordinary ability to project himself mentally through time, volunteers for a government experiment and finds himself in prehistoric Africa. There, he becomes deeply entwined with a group of hominids, forming profound connections that transcend the boundaries of time. As he navigates the challenges of survival and the complexities of human and hominid interaction, the narrative delves into themes of loneliness, the essence of humanity, and the enduring impact of love and family, all while questioning the immutable nature of time and our place within its tapestry.
The 9624th Greatest Book of All Time -
3. Unicorn Mountain
"Unicorn Mountain" by Michael Bishop is a science fiction novel set in a future where humanity has discovered a way to travel to other planets and interact with alien life forms. The story follows a team of scientists and explorers as they journey to a distant planet in search of a mythical creature known as a unicorn. Along the way, they encounter a variety of strange and dangerous creatures, as well as unexpected challenges that test their skills and their resolve. As they delve deeper into the mysteries of the planet, they begin to uncover secrets that threaten to change their understanding of the universe forever.
The 10425th Greatest Book of All Time
