American Gods, Neil Gaiman's acclaimed fantasy novel, follows Shadow Moon, an ex-convict released from prison days after his wife's tragic death. Adrift and grieving, Shadow is hired by the mysterious Mr. Wednesday, who is revealed to be the Norse god Odin. In this version of America, gods exist through human belief: ancient deities brought by immigrants now fight for survival against new gods of technology, media, and money. As Wednesday rallies the old gods toward an epic confrontation, Shadow becomes entangled in a web of deception, sacrifice, and hidden identity. Blending mythology, Americana, and a surreal road trip, the novel explores faith, immigration, and the soul of modern America.
