Nova Express by William S. Burroughs
In this experimental novel, the protagonist, a detective, navigates a dystopian world where control systems manipulate human behavior. The narrative is a complex interweaving of hallucinatory landscapes and seedy characters, punctuated by the author's unique 'cut-up' technique. The book is a critique of societal control mechanisms, exploring themes of addiction, sexuality, and the human condition. It is part of a larger series that uses science fiction and satire to challenge conventional narrative structures and societal norms.
The 3115th greatest book of all time
- Published
- 1964
- Nationality
- American
- Type
- Fiction
- Pages
- 160-200
- Words
- 58,950
- Original Language
- English
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This book is on the following lists:
- 8th on 20th Century's Greatest Hits: 100 English-Language Books of Fiction (Larry McCaffery)
- Science Fiction: The 100 Best Novels (David Pringle)