Ajax Penumbra 1969

In Robin Sloan's captivating tale, set against the vibrant backdrop of San Francisco in August 1969, young Ajax Penumbra embarks on a quest to find a legendary book—the elusive Techne Tycheon. As the city buzzes with the sounds of an evolving culture and rapid technological progress, Penumbra's search leads him to a mysterious 24-hour bookstore, where new opportunities and adventures await. Struggling with dead ends in his pursuit, he soon discovers that the city's unique enterprises may hold the key to his quest.