Wanted: One Sane Man
Wanted: One Sane Man is a science fiction novel written by Frank M. Robinson in 1965. The story follows the life of a man named John Thomas, who wakes up one day to find that he is the only sane person left on Earth. As he tries to make sense of his new reality and figure out what happened to everyone else, he must also navigate a world filled with dangerous and unpredictable people. Along the way, he meets a group of survivors who have banded together in an attempt to rebuild society, but their efforts are constantly thwarted by those who seek power and control. The novel explores themes of sanity, morality, and human nature in a post-apocalyptic setting.
By Frank M. Robinson · First published 1952 · Genre: Science Fiction, Thriller, Psychological · 9,758 words
First lines
Personnel Incorporated bragged that they could supply a man for any job. Maxwell doubted this, needing a space pilot for the first Lunar trip. Now, if he had just asked for a lunatic.
The small man adjusted his bi-focals and stared critically at the huge brass nameplate over the glass entrance doors. The plate read "Personnel Incorporated" in neat, modest lettering. Directly above the plate was a traveling neon sign which informed the public in letters six feet tall that:
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- Work type: Novel
- Author: Frank M. Robinson
- Date: 1952 CE
- Language: English
- Genres: Science Fiction, Thriller, Psychological, Mystery, Adventure
- Length: 9,758 words
- Structure: 1 section, 247 paragraphs
- Reading fit: Easy (6th Grade)
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Genres
- Science Fiction — The plot revolves around futuristic and speculative elements.
- Thriller — The narrative includes suspenseful and intense sequences.
- Psychological — Themes explore the mental states and motivations of characters.
- Mystery — The story involves solving complex and enigmatic situations.
Tags
thriller · suspense · mystery · crime · psychological · drama · conspiracy · detective · investigation · dark humor · social commentary · mental health