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Science Fiction· United States

Lord of Light

by Roger Zelazny
Aggregate Editorial Score55/100
★Hugo Award
Published 1968280 pagesEnglish
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About This Book

Lord of Light by Roger Zelazny is a landmark work of science fiction, first published in 1968. Colonists of a future world have used advanced technology to take on the roles of Hindu gods in Zelazny's baroque, inventive Hugo Award winner. Sam, a rebel who refuses the role of god assigned to him, leads a revolt against the divine order in a novel that is simultaneously science fiction and Hindu mythology. Themes of religion, technology, revolution run through the work. The book has received recognition from Hugo Award 1968.

Awards & Recognition

Hugo Award
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196842
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Roger Zelazny
United States
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Frequently Asked Questions

What is Lord of Light about?

Colonists of a future world have used advanced technology to take on the roles of Hindu gods in Zelazny's baroque, inventive Hugo Award winner. Sam, a rebel who refuses the role of god assigned to him, leads a revolt against the divine order in a novel that is simultaneously science fiction and Hindu mythology.

Who wrote Lord of Light?

Lord of Light was written by Roger Zelazny, from United States. First published in 1968.

What awards has Lord of Light won?

Lord of Light has received the following awards and honours: Hugo Award 1968.

Is Lord of Light worth reading?

Lord of Light is a notable work that has earned critical attention, with an aggregate editorial score of 42/100 on 50 Best Books, based on mentions across 1 editorial source. It is particularly recommended for readers interested in religion, technology, revolution.