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Science Fiction· United States

Fiskadoro

by Denis Johnson
Aggregate Editorial Score53/100
★PEN/Faulkner Award
Published 1985228 pagesEnglish
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About This Book

Denis Johnson's Fiskadoro (1985) stands as one of the most significant works of science fiction of its era. In a post-nuclear Florida, a young musician named Fiskadoro is initiated into a mysterious tribe while his manager preserves the memory of the old world. Johnson's visionary post-apocalyptic novel is as lyrical as it is strange. Themes of post-apocalypse, Florida, memory run through the work. The book has received recognition from PEN/Faulkner Award 1985.

Awards & Recognition

PEN/Faulkner Award
winner · national
198548
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Denis Johnson
United States
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Frequently Asked Questions

What is Fiskadoro about?

In a post-nuclear Florida, a young musician named Fiskadoro is initiated into a mysterious tribe while his manager preserves the memory of the old world. Johnson's visionary post-apocalyptic novel is as lyrical as it is strange.

Who wrote Fiskadoro?

Fiskadoro was written by Denis Johnson, from United States. First published in 1985.

What awards has Fiskadoro won?

Fiskadoro has received the following awards and honours: PEN/Faulkner Award 1985.

Is Fiskadoro worth reading?

Fiskadoro is a notable work that has earned critical attention, with an aggregate editorial score of 48/100 on 50 Best Books, based on mentions across 1 editorial source. It is particularly recommended for readers interested in post-apocalypse, Florida, memory.