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American Gods

Neil Gaiman

Published 2001 by William Morrow · 465 pages

Hugo · 2002

Winner

Nebula · 2003

Winner
Fantasy

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4 award entries · 3 books · 3 wins · 2002–2014

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Synopsis

Released from prison, Shadow Moon takes a job as bodyguard to the mysterious Mr. Wednesday, who is recruiting the old gods — brought to America by immigrants and now forgotten — for a war against the new gods of technology, media, and conspiracy. A road trip through the hidden mythology of America.

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Dark FantasyUrban Fantasy
Religion & SpiritualityColonialism & Empire

Details

Author nationality
United Kingdom
Adaptation
American Gods (TV, 2017)
ISBN
9780380973651