Riverworld Books in Order
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The Riverworld series by Philip José Farmer, consisting of seven science fiction novels published between 1971 and 1983, is set on an artificial or heavily terraformed planet known as Riverworld, where all humans who have ever lived are resurrected along the banks of an endless river. The setting brings together individuals from diverse historical periods and cultural backgrounds, creating a convergence of humanity across time. The narrative explores the interactions among these resurrected people, examining their varied responses to the mysterious environment. Central themes include the nature of existence, belief systems, and the search for meaning within a speculative framework. The series investigates the motivations and ethical considerations of the unknown intelligences responsible for creating Riverworld and its inhabitants. The series is presented as a philosophical and speculative exploration of human experience within an enigmatic afterlife.
Publication order
In the order the books were originally released.
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Buy on Amazon1971 · Philip José Farmer
A 1971 novel by Philip José Farmer. Every human who ever lived, from the earliest Neanderthals to the present, is resurrected after death on the…
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Buy on Amazon1971 · Philip José Farmer
The Fabulous Riverboat is a science fiction novel by American writer Philip José Farmer, published in 1971. It is the second book in the Riverworld…
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Buy on Amazon1977 · Philip José Farmer
The Dark Design is a 1977 science fiction novel by Philip José Farmer, the third book in his Riverworld series. The title comes from a poem by Sir…
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Buy on Amazon1980 · Philip José Farmer
The Magic Labyrinth (1980) is a science fiction novel by Philip José Farmer, part of the Riverworld series. The title comes from a poem by Sir…
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Buy on Amazon1983 · Philip José Farmer
Gods of Riverworld (1983) is a science fiction novel by Philip José Farmer, concluding the Riverworld series. The story follows characters who find…
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Companion & related books
Related titles and editions that sit outside the main numbered order.
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Buy on Amazon1984 · Philip José Farmer
Riverworld and Other Stories" is a 1979 collection of science fiction short stories by Philip José Farmer, including the expanded and polished…
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Frequently asked questions
What order should I read the Riverworld books in?
Read them in publication order, starting with “To your scattered bodies go”. Start with “To your scattered bodies go.”
How many books are in the Riverworld series?
We list 7 books by Philip José Farmer , published between 1971–1984.
Where can I buy the Riverworld books?
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