"Diaspora" is a science fiction novel written by Greg Egan, published in 1997. The book is notable for its exploration of themes related to the nature of consciousness, identity, and the concept of existence in a post-human future. The novel is set in a universe where various forms of intelligent life exist, including both biological humans and digital beings called "polises," which are simulations of consciousness that reside in virtual environments.
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