The Green Millennium by Fritz Leiber

Name: The Green Millennium
Author: Fritz Leiber

The Green Millennium is a science fiction novel written by Fritz Leiber and published in 1953. The story follows the adventures of Gummitch, a cat-like creature who lives in a future society where humans have been replaced by intelligent animals. Gummitch becomes involved in a plot to overthrow the ruling class and restore humanity to its rightful place as the dominant species on Earth. Along the way, he encounters various obstacles and allies, including a beautiful female cat named Lydia and a wise old owl named Professor Feinstein. The novel explores themes of identity, power, and social hierarchy in a unique and thought-provoking manner.

By Fritz Leiber · First published 1953 · Genre: Science Fiction, Fantasy, Mystery · 20 chapters · 73,864 words

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Phil Gish woke up feeling as good as if all his previous life had happened to two other guys -- poor, miserable clunks!

Usually his whip-cracking reflexes had him out of bed in a flash and jerking on his shorts and sockasins while he frantically hunted around for the jar of beard-dissolving cream. But this time he was able to outsmart all tyrannous nerve-impulses and keep his eyes closed in order to enjoy the unprecedented sensation all to himself, not even sharing it with the advertisement-covered walls of his tiny bachelor apartment.

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Work type: Novel
Author: Fritz Leiber
Date: 1953 CE
Language: English
Genres: Science Fiction, Fantasy, Mystery, Satire, Adventure
Length: 73,864 words
Structure: 20 chapters, 1,541 paragraphs
Reading fit: Easy (6th Grade)

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Science Fiction — The book is set in a futuristic world and involves speculative technology and societal changes.
Fantasy — Elements of the story include fantastical creatures and events that defy scientific explanation.
Mystery — The plot involves a central mystery that the protagonist seeks to unravel.
Satire — The narrative includes satirical elements that critique contemporary society and human behavior.