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Riverworld

Riverworld

4 books
Ongoing series

About this series

In Riverworld, all of humanity is resurrected on the banks of an impossibly long river. This science fiction series explores the mysteries of this afterlife, as historical figures and ordinary people alike struggle for survival and meaning in a strange new world.

Books

Book cover of To Your Scattered Bodies Go
#1

To Your Scattered Bodies Go

Philip José Farmer

Riverworld #1
Book cover of The fabulous riverboat
#2

The fabulous riverboat

Philip José Farmer

Riverworld #2
Book cover of The dark design
#3

The dark design

Philip José Farmer

Riverworld #3
Book cover of The magic labyrinth
#4

The magic labyrinth

Philip José Farmer

Riverworld #4

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Frequently asked questions

  • What is the recommended reading order for the Riverworld series?

    The Riverworld series is best read in publication order, starting with "To Your Scattered Bodies Go." Each book builds upon the previous one, developing the overarching mystery and character arcs.

  • Are there any adaptations of the Riverworld series?

    The Riverworld series has been adapted into a television movie and a short-lived television series. These adaptations offer a different interpretation of the books' premise.

  • How does the Riverworld series connect to other works by Philip Jos\u00e9 Farmer?

    The Riverworld series is a standalone narrative within Philip Jos Farmer's bibliography and does not directly connect to his other major series or shared universes.