American Gods is a fantasy novel by Neil Gaiman, first published in 2001. It follows the story of Shadow Moon, an ex-convict who is drawn into a mysterious conflict between the old gods of mythological roots and the new gods of modern technology. Along the way, Shadow
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American Gods (2001) is a fantasy novel by British author Neil Gaiman. The novel is a blend of Americana, fantasy, and various strands of ancient and modern mythology, all centering on the mysterious and taciturn Shadow.