Snow Crash is a science fiction novel written by Neal Stephenson. Set in a near-future where virtual reality and the internet have merged into a sprawling metaverse, the story follows Hiro Protagonist, a hacker and pizza delivery driver who becomes embroiled in a conspiracy involving a dangerous computer virus called Snow Crash. With its fast-paced action, cyberpunk aesthetics, and thought-provoking exploration of technology and society, Snow Crash is a must-read for fans of the genre.