Difference Engine.

Summary

The co-authors of "The Difference Engine," Bruce Sterling and William Gibson, reflect on their seven-year journey of collaboration, which proved more challenging than anticipated. They struggled with narrative voice and co-authoring dynamics, ultimately deciding on a computer as the narrator. Their writing process involved constant revisions using outdated technology, highlighting the transformative impact of digitization on literature. They discuss the rise of cyber culture and its ramifications, including the decline of traditional media and the evolution of communication. Their work symbolizes a shift in storytelling and the literary landscape, while acknowledging their role in the emergence of cyberpunk and steampunk movements.

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