Termination Shock
A Novel
What's it about
What if one person's radical plan to reverse climate change sparked a global war? This near-future thriller plunges you into a world on the brink, where a rogue billionaire's geoengineering scheme forces nations, and individuals, to choose a side in a conflict that will reshape the planet. Discover the intricate web of politics, power, and personal ambition driving this epic story. You'll follow a cast of unforgettable characters—from a Comanche hog hunter to the Queen of the Netherlands—as they navigate the chaotic fallout of a world-altering event and fight for their vision of the future.
Meet the author
Neal Stephenson is the 1 New York Times bestselling author of speculative fiction classics like Snow Crash and Cryptonomicon, renowned for his prophetic explorations of technology and society. His background in physics and geography, combined with his work as a futurist for companies like Blue Origin, provides the deep scientific and geopolitical authenticity that powers Termination Shock. Edoardo Ballerini is the acclaimed narrator who brings Stephenson's intricate world to life with his award-winning vocal performance.
What's it about
What if one person's radical plan to reverse climate change sparked a global war? This near-future thriller plunges you into a world on the brink, where a rogue billionaire's geoengineering scheme forces nations, and individuals, to choose a side in a conflict that will reshape the planet. Discover the intricate web of politics, power, and personal ambition driving this epic story. You'll follow a cast of unforgettable characters—from a Comanche hog hunter to the Queen of the Netherlands—as they navigate the chaotic fallout of a world-altering event and fight for their vision of the future.
Meet the author
Neal Stephenson is the 1 New York Times bestselling author of speculative fiction classics like Snow Crash and Cryptonomicon, renowned for his prophetic explorations of technology and society. His background in physics and geography, combined with his work as a futurist for companies like Blue Origin, provides the deep scientific and geopolitical authenticity that powers Termination Shock. Edoardo Ballerini is the acclaimed narrator who brings Stephenson's intricate world to life with his award-winning vocal performance.
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