Immortality: Epocalypse - Paperback

Immortality is a gripping and thought-provoking epic that delves into humanity's struggle to define its future in the face of synthetic eternal life. Set in a near-future world where technological advancements challenge spiritual integrity, the novel explores the complex and enigmatic nature of consciousness, the consequences of transhumanism, and the battle to redefine immortality, divinity, and humanity.

The story begins in the present day and propels readers into the not-so-distant future, through the cataclysmic event known as the Epocalypse. By 2063, those who survived have split into factions. The paradise of Babylon thrives under the protection of two powerful Artificial Intelligences. Immortalization is within reach for a select few, but the cost of eternal life is far greater than anyone could have imagined.

Outside Babylon, the New Amish, led by Jeb Thompson-the very man who unleashed the supercomputer MARTIN on the world-reject all technology. Jeb is determined to rid the world of the abomination of Immortalization and guide the wayward Nons back to God.

At its core, Immortality is an exploration of man's perception of himself, his beliefs about life beyond mortality, and the consequences of overreaching ambition. It is a cautionary tale that warns of the dangers when humanity's capabilities outstrip its wisdom, echoing the perils of Oppenheimer's Manhattan Project or a toddler wielding a loaded gun.

This novel offers a compelling and credible vision of a future shaped by transhumanism, taking readers on a journey through existential dilemmas, moral conflicts, and the ultimate question: what does it mean to be truly human?