Lord of Light

By: Roger Zelazny

Narrated by: Matt Godfrey

The boundaries between gods and mortals blur in a futuristic world where ancient Hindu deities reign supreme, not by divine right, but through advanced technology and manipulation of human consciousness. Enter the protagonist, Sam, who dares to challenge these self-proclaimed gods by resurrecting the forgotten concept of Buddhism, symbolizing a cosmic rebellion against tyranny and the timeless struggle for spiritual and intellectual freedom. As Sam channels the essence of the Enlightened One, he ignites a revolution that promises not only to destabilize the pantheon but also to redefine what it means to be human. Dive into this richly woven tapestry of myth, philosophy, and science fiction, where the fate of humanity teeters on the edge of an epic confrontation between ancient beliefs and the relentless quest for liberation.

©1967 Roger Zelazny (P)2025 W. F. Howes Ltd.

Such gorgeous prose

I read this book a lot when I was a kid, and it really is as good as I remember it being.
I was a little iffy on this narrator in the first chapter, but he ended up doing some lovely voices and inflections. A good listen!

Zelasney is one of the greats

Ahead of his time in many ways, lord of light is a classic and one of the best examples of his writing. A must read for fans of the era.