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Ready Player One : A Novel by Ernest Cline (2012, Trade Paperback)
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From Loot Crate February 2015. In the year 2044, reality is an ugly place. Wade's devoted his life to studying the puzzles hidden within this world's digital confines?puzzles that are based on their creator's obsession with the pop culture of decades past and that promise massive power and fortune to whoever can unlock them.
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Product Identifiers
PublisherRandom House Publishing Group
ISBN-100307887448
ISBN-139780307887443
eBay Product ID (ePID)110865096
Product Key Features
Book TitleReady Player One : a Novel
Number of Pages384 Pages
LanguageEnglish
TopicScience Fiction / Action & Adventure, Dystopian, Thrillers / General
Publication Year2012
GenreFiction
AuthorErnest Cline
FormatTrade Paperback
Dimensions
Item Height0.8 in
Item Weight9.6 Oz
Item Length8 in
Item Width5.2 in
Additional Product Features
Intended AudienceTrade
LCCN2012-374530
Reviews"The science-fiction writer John Scalzi has aptly referred to READY PLAYER ONE as a "nerdgasm" [and] there can be no better one-word description of this ardent fantasy artifact about fantasy culture&But Mr. Cline is able to incorporate his favorite toys and games into a perfectly accessible narrative."-Janet Maslin, The New York Times "Triggers memories and emotions embedded in the psyche of a generation...[Cline crafts] a fresh and imaginative world from our old toy box, and finds significance in there among the collectibles. A-"-Entertainment Weekly "A most excellent ride&the conceit is a smart one, and we happily root for [the heros] on their quest&fully satisfying."- Boston Globe "READY PLAYER ONE is the ultimate lottery ticket."- New York Daily News "This non-gamer loved every page of READY PLAYER ONE."-Charlaine Harris, #1 New York Times bestselling author of the Sookie Stackhouse series "A treasure for anyone already nostalgic for the late 20th century. . . But it's also a great read for anyone who likes a good book."-Wired.com "Gorgeously geeky, superbly entertaining, this really is a spectacularly successful debut."- Daily Mail (UK) "A gunshot of fun with a wicked sense of timing and a cast of characters that you''re pumping your fist in the air with whenever they succeed. I haven''t been this much on the edge of my seat for an ending in years."- Chicago Reader "A rollicking, surprise-laden, potboiling, thrilling adventure story&. I loved every sentence of this book"-Mark Frauenfelder, BoingBoing "A ''frakking'' good read [featuring] incredible creative detail & I grinned at the sheer audacity of Cline''s imagination."- Milwaukee Journal Sentinel " [A] fantastic page-turner&.READY PLAYER ONE may be science fiction, but it''s also written for people who have never picked up an SF novel in their lives&"-Annalee Newitz, io9.com "Fascinating and imaginative&It''s non-stop action when gamers must navigate clever puzzles and outwit determined enemies in a virtual world in order to save a real one. Readers are in for a wild ride."-Terry Brooks, #1 New York Times bestselling author of the Shannara series "I was blown away by this book&A book of ideas, a potboiler, a game-within-a-novel, a serious science-fiction epic, a comic pop culture mash-upcall this novel what you will, but READY PLAYER ONE will defy every label you try to put on it. Here, finally, is this generation's Neuromancer."-Will Lavender, New York Times bestselling author of Dominance "I really, really loved READY PLAYER ONE&Cline expertly mines a copious vein of 1980s pop culture, catapulting the reader on a light-speed adventure in an advanced but backward-looking future."- Daniel H. Wilson, New York Times bestselling author of Robopocalypse "A nerdgasm&imagine Dungeons and Dragons and an 80s video arcade made hot, sweet love, and their child was raised in Azeroth."-John Scalzi, New York Times bestselling author of Old Man's War "Completely fricking awesome...This book pleased every geeky bone in my geeky body. I felt like it was written just for me."-Patrick Rothfuss, #1 New York Times bestselling author of The Wise Man's Fear "An exuberantly realized, exciting, and sweet-natured cyber-quest. Cline's imaginative and rollicking coming-of-age geek saga has a smash-hit vibe."- Booklist, starred review "This adrenaline shot of uncut geekdom, a quest through a virtual world, is loaded with enough 1980s nostalgia to please even the most devoted John Hughes fans& sweet, self-deprecating Wade, whose universe is an odd mix of the real past and the virtual present, is the perfect lovable/unlikely hero."- Publishers Weekly, Pick of the Week
Synopsis#1 NEW YORK TIMES BESTSELLER * Now a major motion picture directed by Steven Spielberg. "Enchanting . . . Willy Wonka meets The Matrix ."-- USA Today * "As one adventure leads expertly to the next, time simply evaporates."-- Entertainment Weekly A world at stake. A quest for the ultimate prize. Are you ready? In the year 2045, reality is an ugly place. The only time Wade Watts really feels alive is when he's jacked into the OASIS, a vast virtual world where most of humanity spends their days. When the eccentric creator of the OASIS dies, he leaves behind a series of fiendish puzzles, based on his obsession with the pop culture of decades past. Whoever is first to solve them will inherit his vast fortune--and control of the OASIS itself. Then Wade cracks the first clue. Suddenly he's beset by rivals who'll kill to take this prize. The race is on--and the only way to survive is to win. NAMED ONE OF THE BEST BOOKS OF THE YEAR BY Entertainment Weekly * San Francisco Chronicle * Village Voice * Chicago Sun-Times * iO9 * The AV Club "Delightful . . . the grown-up's Harry Potter." -- HuffPost "An addictive read . . . part intergalactic scavenger hunt, part romance, and all heart." --CNN "A most excellent ride . . . Cline stuffs his novel with a cornucopia of pop culture, as if to wink to the reader." -- Boston Globe "Ridiculously fun and large-hearted . . . Cline is that rare writer who can translate his own dorky enthusiasms into prose that's both hilarious and compassionate." --NPR "[A] fantastic page-turner . . . starts out like a simple bit of fun and winds up feeling like a rich and plausible picture of future friendships in a world not too distant from our own." -- iO9, #1 NEW YORK TIMES BESTSELLER - Now a major motion picture directed by Steven Spielberg. "Enchanting . . . Willy Wonka meets The Matrix ."-- USA Today - "As one adventure leads expertly to the next, time simply evaporates."-- Entertainment Weekly A world at stake. A quest for the ultimate prize. Are you ready? In the year 2045, reality is an ugly place. The only time Wade Watts really feels alive is when he's jacked into the OASIS, a vast virtual world where most of humanity spends their days. When the eccentric creator of the OASIS dies, he leaves behind a series of fiendish puzzles, based on his obsession with the pop culture of decades past. Whoever is first to solve them will inherit his vast fortune--and control of the OASIS itself. Then Wade cracks the first clue. Suddenly he's beset by rivals who'll kill to take this prize. The race is on--and the only way to survive is to win. NAMED ONE OF THE BEST BOOKS OF THE YEAR BY Entertainment Weekly - San Francisco Chronicle - Village Voice - Chicago Sun-Times - iO9 - The AV Club "Delightful . . . the grown-up's Harry Potter." -- HuffPost "An addictive read . . . part intergalactic scavenger hunt, part romance, and all heart." --CNN "A most excellent ride . . . Cline stuffs his novel with a cornucopia of pop culture, as if to wink to the reader." -- Boston Globe "Ridiculously fun and large-hearted . . . Cline is that rare writer who can translate his own dorky enthusiasms into prose that's both hilarious and compassionate." --NPR " A] fantastic page-turner . . . starts out like a simple bit of fun and winds up feeling like a rich and plausible picture of future friendships in a world not too distant from our own." -- iO9, #1 NEW YORK TIMES BESTSELLER - The cult classic--now a major motion picture directed by Steven Spielberg. "Enchanting . . . Willy Wonka meets The Matrix ."-- USA Today - "As one adventure leads expertly to the next, time simply evaporates."-- Entertainment Weekly A world at stake. A quest for the ultimate prize. Are you ready? In the year 2045, reality is an ugly place. The only time Wade Watts really feels alive is when he's jacked into the OASIS, a vast virtual world where most of humanity spends their days. When the eccentric creator of the OASIS dies, he leaves behind a series of fiendish puzzles, based on his obsession with the pop culture of decades past. Whoever is first to solve them will inherit his vast fortune--and control of the OASIS itself. Then Wade cracks the first clue. Suddenly he's beset by rivals who'll kill to take this prize. The race is on--and the only way to survive is to win. NAMED ONE OF THE BEST BOOKS OF THE YEAR BY Entertainment Weekly - San Francisco Chronicle - Village Voice - Chicago Sun-Times - iO9 - The AV Club "Delightful . . . the grown-up's Harry Potter." -- HuffPost "An addictive read . . . part intergalactic scavenger hunt, part romance, and all heart." --CNN "A most excellent ride . . . Cline stuffs his novel with a cornucopia of pop culture, as if to wink to the reader." -- Boston Globe "Ridiculously fun and large-hearted . . . Cline is that rare writer who can translate his own dorky enthusiasms into prose that's both hilarious and compassionate." --NPR " A] fantastic page-turner . . . starts out like a simple bit of fun and winds up feeling like a rich and plausible picture of future friendships in a world not too distant from our own." -- iO9
LC Classification NumberPS3603.L548R43 2011b
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- 12 Jan, 2021
Great fun read!
This book is a great read especially for boys age 13 and up who love playing video games! I would also highly recommend their fathers to pre-read the book, it will bring back all the names of games we payed in the 80’ (lots of nostalgic UBIs) while setting up a very interesting new world of gaming and virtual living! Great book to discuss between farther and son! Very entertaining!Verified purchase: YesCondition: Pre-owned
- 24 Jun, 2019
Interesting story concept with nostalgic reference to older video games. Decent read.
If you are into video games, especially older ones this story has many references that will be fun for you. I found the story line compelling even though I am not a video-game fanatic. I would never have chosen to read this book on my own, but it was chosen in my reading club. Even though I am not a fan of video gaming it turned out to be a better story than I expected.Verified purchase: YesCondition: New
- 02 Apr, 2018
Wonderful Book! 3
Accidently Gave negative/positive feedback... My phone screen is cracked. This book is amazing, my fiance and I read it together to prepare for the movie. Gaming is his childhood not mine but was raised knowing a lot of 80's trivia so I thoroughly enjoyed the references. Would recomend to anyone though it explains a lot in the book and makes you think about the future as well as reminisce about the past. The book was reasonably priced and came very fast! To see my fiance excited about a book just as he is excited about his games made my heart smile and brought new understanding to both of our hobbies. Reading and gaming! 3Verified purchase: YesCondition: Pre-owned
- 21 Jun, 2016
Awesome
Best sci-fi/adventure/80s nostalgia/ gamer novel ever (probably the only). Hooks you right from the start. Great story, couldn't put it down. Went to work with an hour of sleep to finish the book... Worth it.Verified purchase: YesCondition: Pre-owned
- 25 Nov, 2020
A great novel, deserving all the praise it gets.
This book breaks the boundaries of fiction, it's not the same cookie cutter futuristic novel. For instance, it's in the near future and not everything is perfect. Poverty still exists, and the world is in a constant state of peril (shown by the news)Verified purchase: YesCondition: Pre-owned
- 21 Apr, 2017
Excitement and Thrills will keep your attention.
This is an awesome read for fans of video games and 1980's Nostalgia. Set in a Futuristic environment where games are played through a Virtual Reality Utopia called the "OASIS"... This Book has an awesome story and I can't wait until they release the Movie as well.Verified purchase: YesCondition: New
- 22 May, 2019
One of my favorite books ever!
One of the best books I've ever read. I love Ernest Cline. Anyone who lived through the 80s, or are at all interested in 80s geek/pop culture, and love a good adventure story, should love this book.Verified purchase: YesCondition: New
- 17 Nov, 2021
Great story, fun to read.
It's an easy, fun read; engaging and entertaining. It's less kid-oriented than the movie it inspired. Packed with 80's pop-culture references which is great for a middle-aged geek like me.Verified purchase: YesCondition: Pre-owned
- 23 Oct, 2017
Great story!
I loved this story! Normally when I read a book, I fall asleep. Not with this book. Well written and great descriptions. You won't want to put it down.Verified purchase: YesCondition: Pre-owned
- 08 Feb, 2017
A good read
Bought this for my son's reading assignments and he absolutely loves it. With the sci-fi slant and the interesting storyline and characters in the book, he said its a good read!Verified purchase: YesCondition: Pre-owned
