Books matching: dark vision of the future
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Save:Hardwired by Walter Jon Williams is a cyberpunk thriller that presents a somewhat dark vision of earth's future. The novel details the attempts of a few individuals to remain free in a world dominated by evil human overlords and new technology. Set in a post-apocalyptic urban cyberpunk landscape with elements of military SF and western, the book follows deeply flawed heroes navigating through inhuman circumstances and engaging in high-octane adventures.
By midnight he knows his discontent will not let him sleep. The panzerboy drives north from Santa Fe, over the Sangre de Cristos on the high road through Truchas, heading for Colorado, wanting to get ... - #2
Save:Brother to Dragons by Charles Sheffield is a dark and dystopian science fiction novel set in a post-successful USA. The story follows Job Napoleon Salk, an unlucky individual who rises from the bottom to achieve a goal, which remains unknown until the final and most drastic decision is made. The book portrays a bleak future of America, focusing on social issues such as the downspiral of social spending on education and health, concentration camps for scientists, and the preservation of status by the richest families. Despite the absurd premise of a world economic collapse caused by pollution and decay, the novel is described as fast-moving and gripping, following Salk's life from a deformed, radiation-poisoned child to a protagonist who brings about a significant change in the world.
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Save:'Walkaway' by Cory Doctorow is a near-future science fiction novel that explores a world where people choose to walk away from a society controlled by rich oligarchs and create a new civilization in deserted areas. The story delves into themes of economics, politics, technology, ethics, psychology, and anarchy, painting a picture of a future where individuals build communities based on shared resources and ideals. The narrative follows a group of characters navigating through a world of abundance, revolution, and resistance against the powerful forces trying to maintain the status quo.
The writing style of 'Walkaway' is described as a mix of dialogue-heavy storytelling, detailed descriptions, and philosophical discussions. The author, Cory Doctorow, weaves together complex ideas and concepts with a focus on social change, human nature, and the impact of technology on society. presents a dark yet hopeful vision of the future, challenging readers to consider alternative ways of living and organizing communities in a world marked by scarcity and inequality.
Hubert Vernon Rudolph Clayton Irving Wilson Alva Anton Jeff Harley Timothy Curtis Cleveland Cecil Ollie Edmund Eli Wiley Marvin Ellis Espinoza was too old to be at a Communist party. At twenty-seven, ...
