Sailing to Byzantium

This Nebula Award-winning novella by Robert Silverberg, set in the 50th century on Earth, explores a world where ancient cities like Byzantium can be recreated for tourists. A 20th-century man named Charles Philip, lost in this futuristic landscape, becomes captivated by the surreal environment, though darker truths lie beneath the surface fantasies. The story weaves literary allusions with compelling science fiction, offering a thought-provoking glimpse into worlds of lost history and fulfilled dreams.