The Ware Tetralogy, written by Rudy Rucker, is a series of science fiction novels that combines cyberpunk aesthetics with transhumanist themes. The story takes place in a future where intelligent robots, known as 'boppers,' coexist with humans. As the boppers strive for self-awareness and freedom, the novels explore concepts like artificial intelligence, genetic engineering, and the blurring boundaries between humans and machines.