Dr. Kometevsky's Day by Fritz Leiber
Dr. Kometevsky's Day is a science fiction novel written by Fritz Leiber and published in 1962. The story follows the titular character, Dr. Kometevsky, as he navigates a post-apocalyptic world where humanity has been reduced to a small group of survivors living underground. As Dr. Kometevsky struggles to find meaning and purpose in his life, he becomes embroiled in a conflict between two factions vying for control of the remaining resources on Earth. The novel explores themes of survival, power, and human nature in a thought-provoking and engaging way.
By Fritz Leiber · First published 1972 · Genre: Science Fiction, Speculative Fiction, Philosophical Fiction · 8,137 words
First lines
Before science, there was superstition. After science, there will be. what? The biggest, most staggering, MOST FINAL fact of them all!
"But it's all predicted here! It even names this century for the next reshuffling of the planets."
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- Work type: Novel
- Author: Fritz Leiber
- Date: 1972 CE
- Language: English
- Genres: Science Fiction, Speculative Fiction, Philosophical Fiction, Fantasy, Mystery
- Length: 8,137 words
- Structure: 1 section, 188 paragraphs
- Reading fit: Easy (6th Grade)
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Genres
- Science Fiction — The narrative explores cosmic phenomena, planetary movements, and advanced concepts like ESP and interstellar travel, typical of science fiction.
- Speculative Fiction — The story speculates on the future of humanity, the nature of the universe, and the existence of godlike beings, fitting speculative fiction.
- Philosophical Fiction — Themes of existentialism, the nature of reality, and the search for meaning are central, aligning with philosophical fiction.
- Fantasy — Elements like telepathic communication, godlike entities, and cosmic battles introduce fantastical elements.
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science fiction · fantasy · surrealism · psychological · adventure · mystery · time travel · alternate reality · dark humor · philosophical · dystopian · character study