The Nebula-nominated novel of “abrave new world of nearly constant future shock”—plus all the short fiction of the Shaper/Mechanist universe (The Washington Post). Acclaimed science fiction luminary and a godfather of the genre’s remarkable offspring—cyberpunk—Bruce Sterling carries readers to a far-future universe where stunning achievements in human development have been tainted by a virulent outbreak of prejudice and hatred. Many thousands of years in the future, the human race has split into two incompatible factions. The aristocratic Mechanists believe that humans can only achieve their greatest potential through technology and enhancing their bodies with powerful prosthetics. The rebel Shapers view these “improvements” as abominations, and their faith in genetic enhancements over mechanical ones has led to violent, even murderous, clashes between the two sects. One man is caught in the middle. The child of Mechanists, Abelard Lindsay is a former Shaper diplomat who was betrayed and cast out of the fold. Scrupulously trained in the fine art of treachery and deceit, he travels freely between the warring camps during his never-ending exile, embracing piracy and revolution all along the way. But while saving his own skin is Lindsay’s main motivation, a greater destiny awaits him, one that could offer a bold new hope for a tragically sundered humankind. A breathtaking flight of unparalleled imagination, Bruce Sterling’s Schismatrix Plus also includes every subsequent excursion into the Mechanist and Shaper universe, complementing his acclaimed novel with the complete collection of mind-boggling Schismatrix short fiction. The result is is a total immersion into the Mechanist/Shaper universe from the Hugo, Campbell, and Arthur C. Clarke Award–winning author called “a writer of excellent fineness” by Harlan Ellison and “one of the very best” by Publishers Weekly.
American · Middle Aged · Male · Narrative Story · Modulated
“Reuven's deep, resonant baritone and measured pacing evoke ancient wisdom and calm gravitas, making it ideal for a serious, engaging, and intelligent narration, highlighting its thoughtful texture.”
American · Middle Aged · Male · Narrative Story · Calm
“Spartan offers a calm, grounded American baritone with measured pacing and clear diction, fitting the need for a serious yet engaging tone in a complex sci-fi setting, focusing on its steady energy.”
British · Middle Aged · Male · Narrative Story · Professional
“Jim's deep British baritone provides a professional and warm quality, suitable for an intelligent narrator. His calm delivery aligns with the serious yet engaging tone, showcasing its refined tone.”
Male · Middle-Aged · Narration · Deep · Calm · Serious · +5 more
“JJK's deep, professional male voice with a calm, authoritative tone is well-suited for storytelling and documentaries, providing a smooth and measured delivery that conveys the narrative's seriousness, highlighting its smooth texture.”
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Abelard Lindsay
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A cunning and world-weary survivor, formerly a diplomat, now an exile navigating dangerous factions. His voice should reflect intelligence, adaptability, and a hint of cynicism.
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Asher James - Deep, Smooth and Romantic
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American · Middle Aged · Male · Narrative Story · Deep
“Asher James's deep, smooth American voice is ideal for a cunning and world-weary protagonist, lending a mysterious and intelligent quality that fits a former diplomat, emphasizing its rich tone.”
Male · Middle-Aged · Social-Media · Narration · Deep · Low · +15 more
“Levi's versatile young male voice, ranging from calm and measured to intense, captures the adaptability and hint of cynicism of a survivor navigating dangerous factions, highlighting its dynamic range.”
Peninsular · Middle Aged · Male · Narrative Story · Confident
“Damian's deep and mysterious voice brings the necessary intensity for a cunning survivor, capable of conveying a hint of cynicism and the dangerous situations Abelard faces, stressing its mysterious presence.”