Check out "Diamond Age" by Neal Stephenson.

GP, if you like HN, but haven't yet read Neal Stephenson, you're in for a treat!

Thanks, but it happens that I've tried NS but didn't love it. But I appreciate the question answer.

Speaking of books - I really like your CS textbook. Thank you!

Oh, bless you, that's very kind. I am proud of it and I think it is very good for its intended audience. But almost no one has read it, that I can tell.

Well, add one grateful reader to your tally