authorial-disclaimer

This introductory chapter serves as a caveat and warning to readers, clarifying that 'American Gods' is a work of fiction that incorporates real American landmarks and places with some creative liberties. The author acknowledges the use of real locations without permission and notes that while some places are obscured, they might still be discoverable. Importantly, the chapter asserts that all characters are fictional except for the gods, who are presented as real within the story's context.

This chapter serves as the front matter and introductory notes for 'Hominids,' the first book in The Neanderthal Parallax series by Robert J. Sawyer. It clarifies that while real locations such as the Sudbury Neutrino Observatory and certain universities are featured, all characters and events are fictional. The chapter also includes publication details, copyright information, and acknowledgments.