To Your Scattered Bodies Go, Riverworld Saga, Book 1

In a stunning afterlife where every individual from Earth's history has been resurrected on the banks of a vast river, Sir Richard Francis Burton embarks on a quest to uncover the purpose of this enigmatic realm. Alongside a unique assemblage of characters—including the inspiration for Alice in Wonderland, an English-speaking Neanderthal, a Holocaust survivor, and a wise extraterrestrial—Burton sets sail to confront the mysterious beings behind their resurrection. This journey through a breathtaking yet perplexing world challenges the boundaries of humanity's existence and understanding. Winner of the Hugo Award, this captivating exploration reflects on the essence of life and the unknown.