To-Morrow by Arthur Willis Colton
A dystopian novel set in a future where humanity has colonized other planets and created massive space stations. The story follows the protagonist, John, as he navigates a complex web of political intrigue and personal relationships on the space station. What themes does Colton explore in TO-MORROW?
By Arthur Willis Colton · First published 1932 · Genre: Science Fiction, Adventure, Drama · 126 words
First lines
PART I. WEST-EASTERLY MORALITIES
_Nunc vino pellite curas,_
_Cras ingens iterabimus aequor._
Now drive away your cares with wine
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To-Morrow is listed on Textopian as a short story by Arthur Willis Colton, dated 1932 CE.
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- Work type: Short story
- Author: Arthur Willis Colton
- Date: 1932 CE
- Language: English
- Genres: Science Fiction, Adventure, Drama, Fantasy
- Length: 126 words
- Structure: 1 section, 21 paragraphs
- Reading fit: Fairly Easy (7th Grade)
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Genres
- Science Fiction — The book's focus on time travel and exploration of worlds different from ours rightfully places it within the genre of science fiction.
- Adventure — The plot follows the main characters' exploration of various factions, survival in hostile environments, and high-stake conflicts, characteristic of the adventure genre.
- Drama — Due to the interpersonal conflicts and emotional struggles the main characters face, drama can be considered one of the book's genres.
- Fantasy — The book contains elements of fantasy through its exploration of alternate realities and magical elements.
Tags
Dystopian · Science Fiction · Futuristic · Apocalyptic · Post-Apocalyptic · Technology · Society · Humanity · Morality · Ethics · Politics · Government