Kirsten Raymonde will never forget the night Arthur Leander, the famous Hollywood actor, had a heart attack on stage during a production of King Lear. That was the night when a devastating flu pandemic arrived in the city, and within weeks, civilization as we know it came to an end.
Kirsten Raymonde will never forget the night Arthur Leander, the famous Hollywood actor, had a heart attack on stage during a production of King Lear. That was the night when a devastating flu pandemic arrived in the city, and within weeks, civilization as we know it came to an end.
Twenty years later, Kirsten moves between the settlements of the altered world with a small troupe of actors and musicians. They call themselves The Traveling Symphony, and they have dedicated themselves to keeping the remnants of art and humanity alive. But when they arrive in St. Deborah by the Water, they encounter a violent prophet who will threaten the tiny band’s existence. And as the story takes off, moving back and forth in time, and vividly depicting life before and after the pandemic, the strange twist of fate that connects them all will be revealed.
Reading guide
Why read Station Eleven?
Released in 2014, Station Eleven sits at an interesting point in literary history, bridging classic sensibilities with more modern narrative techniques.
It sits at the crossroads of Dystopian, Science Fiction, and Fiction, making it appealing to readers with varied tastes who enjoy stories that defy easy classification.
Available on Bookble for readers looking to explore Emily St. John Mandel's work and build a focused reading list.
Recommendations
Books like Station Eleven
If you enjoy Emily St. John Mandel's voice, explore Sea of Tranquility from the same author to continue in a familiar style.
Within Dystopian, readers who liked Station Eleven often gravitate toward 1984, Dune, and Animal Farm — each sharing thematic DNA while offering a different perspective.
Kirsten Raymonde will never forget the night Arthur Leander, the famous Hollywood actor, had a heart attack on stage during a production of King Lear. That was the night when a devastating flu pandemic arrived in the city, and within weeks, civilization as we know it came to a...
Who wrote Station Eleven?
Station Eleven is by Emily St. John Mandel.
What genre is Station Eleven?
Station Eleven falls within Dystopian, Science Fiction, and Fiction. Browse related categories on Bookble to find books with a similar style.
When was Station Eleven published?
Station Eleven was first published in 2014 by Emily St. John Mandel.
Is Station Eleven available as an audiobook or ebook?
Station Eleven is listed on Bookble — check the book page for current format availability.
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