A Matter of Order by Fox B. Holden
The story revolves around a mysterious figure who infiltrates a prestigious law firm, manipulating events to uncover dark secrets and conspiracies. As the protagonist delves deeper into the web of deceit, they must navigate the blurred lines between justice and corruption, all while confronting their own troubled past.
By Fox B. Holden · First published 1934 · Genre: Science Fiction, Philosophical Fiction, Political Fiction · 5,025 words
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_Balance is a fundamental law of order. How, then, can integrity cancel such a principle even though the future of Mankind demands it? _
"I don't like it at all," the tall thin man said. His name was Tharn, and he was known throughout the sprawling colony for the high-strung nervousness that was understandable enough in a youth of fifty, but hardly normal for a man of his years. You had to be careful how you talked to Tharn, even if you were Angelo, Dean of Masters, himself. "I don't like it," Tharn reiterated, with another dramatic sweep of his long bony arm, "one bit, Angelo. Look at them, circling up there."
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- Work type: Novel
- Author: Fox B. Holden
- Date: 1934 CE
- Language: English
- Genres: Science Fiction, Philosophical Fiction, Political Fiction, Literary Fiction, Dystopian Fiction
- Length: 5,025 words
- Structure: 1 section, 100 paragraphs
- Reading fit: Easy (6th Grade)
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Genres
- Science Fiction — The narrative involves interstellar travel, alien encounters, and futuristic societies, which are hallmarks of the science fiction genre.
- Philosophical Fiction — The book explores deep philosophical themes such as integrity, balance, and the nature of humanity, particularly in the context of art and society.
- Political Fiction — The plot revolves around political conflict and the implications of war, highlighting the struggles between different factions and ideologies.
- Literary Fiction — The writing style is rich and character-driven, focusing on the development of complex characters and their interactions.
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Mystery · Thriller · Suspense · Crime Fiction · Detective Story · Investigation · Murder Mystery · Police Procedural · Criminal Justice · Law Enforcement · Forensic Science · Evidence Analysis