- Mass Market Paperback: 563 pages
- Publisher: Bantam USA; Bantam Mass Market Ed edition (31 Dec 1996)
- Language English
- ISBN-10: 0553572946
- ISBN-13: 978-0553572940
- Product Dimensions: 17.3 x 10.4 x 3.3 cm
- Average Customer Review: 4.0 out of 5 stars See all reviews (49 customer reviews)
- Amazon Bestsellers Rank: 1,151,627 in Books (See Top 100 in Books)
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The multiple-award-winning science fiction master returns to the universe that is his greatest triumph--the world of Hyperion and The Fall of
Hyperion --with a novel even more magnificent than its predecessors.
Dan Simmons's Hyperion was an immediate sensation on its first publication in 1989. This staggering multifaceted tale of the far future heralded the conquest of the science fiction field by a man who had already won the World Fantasy Award for his first novel (Song of Kali) and had also published one of the most well-received horror novels in the field, Carrion Comfort. Hyperion went on to win the Hugo Award as Best Novel, and it and its companion volume, The Fall of Hyperion, took their rightful places in the science fiction pantheon of new classics.
Now, six years later, Simmons returns to this richly imagined world of technological achievement, excitement, wonder and fear. Endymion is a story about love and memory, triumph and terror--an instant candidate for the field's highest honors.
Hyperion --with a novel even more magnificent than its predecessors.
Dan Simmons's Hyperion was an immediate sensation on its first publication in 1989. This staggering multifaceted tale of the far future heralded the conquest of the science fiction field by a man who had already won the World Fantasy Award for his first novel (Song of Kali) and had also published one of the most well-received horror novels in the field, Carrion Comfort. Hyperion went on to win the Hugo Award as Best Novel, and it and its companion volume, The Fall of Hyperion, took their rightful places in the science fiction pantheon of new classics.
Now, six years later, Simmons returns to this richly imagined world of technological achievement, excitement, wonder and fear. Endymion is a story about love and memory, triumph and terror--an instant candidate for the field's highest honors.
About the Author
Dan Simmons won the World Fantasy Award for his first novel, SONG OF KALI,. inspired by his travels in India. In the 1990s he rewrote the SF rulebook with his Hyperion Cantos quartet. He has also written thrillers. Alongside his writing he maintains a career as a college lecturer in English Literature in the USA.
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Format:Paperback
Another wildly imaginative roller-coaster ride for the latest heroes of this epic storyline.
Gripping and entertaining but perhaps not quite up to the standard of the first two Hyperion books, hence only 4 stars for this.
Gripping and entertaining but perhaps not quite up to the standard of the first two Hyperion books, hence only 4 stars for this.
Format:Paperback
'You are reading this for the wrong reasons'.
The very first line in 'Endymion' the third part of Simmons spectacular Hyperion series. Reading the several negative reviews posted on Amazon and around the web by irate customers claiming this was not a satisfactory continuation of this story, you have to ask yourself how they missed the glaring warning from Simmons.
'If you are reading this because you are a fan of the old poet's Cantos and are obsessed with curiosity about what happened to the lives of the Hyperion pilgrims, you will be disappointed' he continues. Both of these quotes occur in the first two paragraphs. He's practically urging readers not to compare this part, to what went on before.
I found this approach rather refreshing. I found the characters likable and interesting (even the villains) and the planets brilliantly described. From the powerful Chitaktuk tribe surviving against Arctic Wraiths on a planet that's atmosphere is practically all ice, through to the nuclear wasteland that is now God's Grove. Each planet is detailed beautifully and enhances the overall story, immersing the reader in this remarkable universe. We visit many, many worlds throughout this books 400+ pages and given small glimpses into what became of each after the events of the Hyperion Cantos, as the story progresses.
That the story runs more like a movie, where our protagonists ( a convicted murderer and a blue android from Hyperion who are tasked with protecting a child who is destined to be the Messiah in the future) are chased by the formidable Pax, a religion that spans and exerts control over much of the universe with the use of resurrection through the Cruciform found in the tombs of Hyperion, but just who is controlling the Pax?. We're teased with revelations about the Technocore, Ousters and The Shrike which makes a strange Terminator-like appearence here(though there's still a great deal of ambiguity about this entity/thing and what its motives are) and indeed The Cruciform is discussed in great detail. The technological and scientific sides of things are suitably mind-boggling, yet quite believable, a must for any sci-fi tome.
While I agree both 'Hyperion' and 'Fall of Hyperion' are more enjoyable reads, 'Endymion' is a more than capable continuation of the series.
The very first line in 'Endymion' the third part of Simmons spectacular Hyperion series. Reading the several negative reviews posted on Amazon and around the web by irate customers claiming this was not a satisfactory continuation of this story, you have to ask yourself how they missed the glaring warning from Simmons.
'If you are reading this because you are a fan of the old poet's Cantos and are obsessed with curiosity about what happened to the lives of the Hyperion pilgrims, you will be disappointed' he continues. Both of these quotes occur in the first two paragraphs. He's practically urging readers not to compare this part, to what went on before.
I found this approach rather refreshing. I found the characters likable and interesting (even the villains) and the planets brilliantly described. From the powerful Chitaktuk tribe surviving against Arctic Wraiths on a planet that's atmosphere is practically all ice, through to the nuclear wasteland that is now God's Grove. Each planet is detailed beautifully and enhances the overall story, immersing the reader in this remarkable universe. We visit many, many worlds throughout this books 400+ pages and given small glimpses into what became of each after the events of the Hyperion Cantos, as the story progresses.
That the story runs more like a movie, where our protagonists ( a convicted murderer and a blue android from Hyperion who are tasked with protecting a child who is destined to be the Messiah in the future) are chased by the formidable Pax, a religion that spans and exerts control over much of the universe with the use of resurrection through the Cruciform found in the tombs of Hyperion, but just who is controlling the Pax?. We're teased with revelations about the Technocore, Ousters and The Shrike which makes a strange Terminator-like appearence here(though there's still a great deal of ambiguity about this entity/thing and what its motives are) and indeed The Cruciform is discussed in great detail. The technological and scientific sides of things are suitably mind-boggling, yet quite believable, a must for any sci-fi tome.
While I agree both 'Hyperion' and 'Fall of Hyperion' are more enjoyable reads, 'Endymion' is a more than capable continuation of the series.
Format:Paperback
Of the four books in the series, I read Endymion first. I wasn't sure what to expect but I liked the cover! From the moment I started reading I was hooked, I didn't put it down until I'd finished and then rushed out and brought The rise of endymion thirsty for more, the story is facinating, it has a bit for everyone, action, adventure, romance/love, religion, the depth and bredth of ideas is mind numbing. Upon finishing the second half of the series I brought the first two and read those as well, they are a bit slower than the second two but still facinating. The four books really do make on of the best tales ever told, comparable to Tolkiens lord of the rings. These books can't really be reviewed individually in the same way that the lord of the rings is three books making one story. All I can say is that if you like a good story and don't mind the ideas being a bit far fetched at times, then you MUST read this, all four of them. You won't be dissapointed. Though you may well be a tad confused at times!! It really is that good.
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Published 16 months ago by Mr. D. J. Smith
A good book, but definitely part of a series.
Endymion is a good book, but it is part 3 (of 4) of Dan Simmon's Hyperion Cantos, and you will get more from the book if you have read parts 1 and 2, and are willing to read part... Read more
Published on 29 Jun 2009 by S. Loddick
A big disappointment
I approached this novel with high expectations having read the first two books in the series. They are some of the best science fiction I have ever read. Read more
Published on 24 Sep 2003 by Matthew Grogan
The Fall of Endymion
Hyperion and Fall of Hyperion are two superb book. In particular Hyperion is one of the most gripping books ever, where you are hooked so early on and terrified throughout. Read more
Published on 19 Sep 2003 by Carl J Bedson
A Grand Adventure
Although part of Dan Simmons Hyperion series you need not have read the others to enjoy this or be a science fiction reader. Read more
Published on 14 Jan 2003
To Science Fiction what Lord of the Rings was to Fantasy
I came to Dan Simmons' science fiction through Peter F.Hamilton and Iain M Banks; trusting the dust covers of both that if I liked epic space opera then I should check out these... Read more
Published on 16 Nov 2000 by "wmstroud"
One of the finest science fiction series ever
I hadn't realised after reading Hyperion and Fall of Hyperion that there were two more masterpieces to enjoy. Read more
Published on 3 May 2000 by mike@ukmax.com
Simmons drops to easier pace.
Of the 4 books in the hyperion series the 3rd and 4th ones seem to have been written to accommodate readers looking for a bit more action. Read more
Published on 17 Jan 2000
Awesome
I am shocked that the reviews I have read of this book rate it inferior to the Hyperion novels. I LOVED this book. It is a thoroughly engrossing novel and I couldn't put it down. Read more
Published on 27 Aug 1999
Huge Disappointment
Hyperion and Fall of Hyperion are both truly excellent books...indisputably classics of the genre. That being said, I cannot overstress my disappointment in the Endymion books. Read more
Published on 18 Aug 1999
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