"Station Eleven" is a novel by Emily St. John Mandel that explores a post-apocalyptic world following a devastating flu pandemic. The story weaves together the lives of several characters, including Kirsten Raymonde, a young actress, and Jeevan Chaudhary, a former paparazzo, as they navigate the challenges of survival and the remnants of civilization. The narrative shifts between the pre-pandemic and post-pandemic timelines, highlighting the importance of art and human connection. A traveling theater troupe, known as the Traveling Symphony, performs Shakespearean plays, emphasizing the enduring power of culture in a world stripped of modern comforts.