Altered Carbon is a cyberpunk novel by Richard K. Morgan. In a future where consciousness can be transferred to different bodies, the story follows Takeshi Kovacs, a former soldier turned private investigator, as he is hired to solve a murder. Set in a world of extreme wealth and inequality, Altered Carbon explores themes of identity, mortality, and the consequences of advanced technology. With its gritty noir atmosphere and complex characters, this book is a must-read for fans of transhumanist dystopia.
