Publisher's Synopsis
"Rastignac the Devil" is a technological know-how fiction novella written by Philip José Farmer. This fascinating tale blends elements of adventure, speculative fiction, and philosophical exploration. Set in a far off destiny, the narrative revolves around Ben Rastignac, a charismatic and enigmatic individual who possesses superb psychic abilities. Rastignac can manipulate the thoughts and emotions of these around him, successfully making him a "psychic devil." He turns into embroiled in a cosmic recreation among two god-like beings, entities known as the Lords of Karma and the Lords of the Netherworld. As the story unfolds, Rastignac navigates a chain of surreal and difficult eventualities, going through moral dilemmas and cosmic forces beyond human comprehension. He grapples with the results of his moves and explores themes of unfastened will, future, and the character of top and evil. Philip José Farmer's "Rastignac the Devil" is a idea-provoking exploration of metaphysical and existential questions in the framework of technology fiction. It delves into the complexities of energy, ethics, and the human circumstance, all even as taking readers on a mind-bending adventure via a destiny universe where the bounds of fact are continuously shifting. The novella is a testomony to Farmer's ability to weave elaborate and philosophical narratives into the genre of speculative fiction.
