The Cloud Atlas

*The Cloud Atlas* is a novel by David Mitchell that weaves together six interconnected stories across different times and places, from the 19th century to a distant future. The narrative explores how individual actions and choices ripple through history, affecting others and shaping the world. Themes include interconnectedness, the impact of human nature, and the search for meaning. By linking characters and events across centuries, the book emphasizes that personal struggles and virtues resonate beyond their immediate context, illustrating the continuity of human experience. It’s a layered and thought-provoking meditation on how our lives are interconnected across time.