Snow Crash is a science fiction novel written by Neal Stephenson. Set in a near-future world, the story follows Hiro Protagonist, a hacker and pizza delivery driver, as he uncovers a conspiracy that threatens to unleash a deadly virus called Snow Crash. With the help of a badass sword-wielding heroine named Y.T., Hiro must navigate a virtual reality metaverse and real-world dangers to save humanity. Snow Crash is a fast-paced and thought-provoking cyberpunk adventure that explores themes of technology, linguistics, and the power of information.