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"Deeply peculiar" said Mr. Gibson

August 2nd's press event featuring William Gibson reading from his latest novel Spook Country has gotten a nice write-up here, with the author admitting he had a nice time despite the glitches that frequently accompany such events.

On his personal blog, Mr. Gibson puts it succinctly: "It was ... peculiar. *Deeply* peculiar." He briefly mentions learning to sit and how his avatar's hair reminded him of Mr. Burns from the Simpsons. From all accounts, it was a great success, and I wish I could have been there. If any one of our readers was, please leave your experience in the Comments!

(Via http://technology.timesonline.co.uk)

William Gibson to Read from "Spook Country"


William Gibson could arguably be called the Godfather of the Metaverse. While he didn't invent it, his first book Neuromancer doubtless inspired geeks worldwide to create a future that would bring his vision to life. SL's certainly right up there, as far as that goes, and now Mr. Gibson will be coming to SL to promote and read from his latest novel 'Spook Country'.

Not only that, but you could participate in one or both of two contests sponsored by Penguin, more info after the jump.

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