The Wonder by J.D. Beresford (1911)

Name: The Wonder
Author: J.D. Beresford

The novel explores the theme of a child's innocence and the corrupting influence of society. It tells the story of a young boy who is discovered to be a genius, but his exceptional abilities are exploited by those around him for their own gain. The narrative delves into the consequences of this exploitation, highlighting the tension between individual potential and societal expectations.

By J.D. Beresford · First published 1911 · Genre: Science Fiction, Dystopian, Philosophical · 60 chapters · 73,057 words

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I could not say at which station the woman and her baby entered the train.

Since we had left London, I had been struggling with Baillie's translation of Hegel's "Phenomenology. " It was not a book to read among such distracting circumstances as those of a railway journey, but I was eagerly planning a little dissertation of my own at that time, and my work as a journalist gave me little leisure for quiet study.

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Work type: Novel
Author: J.D. Beresford
Date: 1911 CE
Language: English
Genres: Science Fiction, Dystopian, Philosophical, Social Commentary, Literary Fiction
Length: 73,057 words
Structure: 88 chapters, 1,628 paragraphs
Reading fit: Easy (6th Grade)

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Science Fiction — The book explores speculative scientific concepts and their impact on society.
Dystopian — It presents a future society with oppressive and controlled environments.
Philosophical — The narrative delves into existential questions and moral dilemmas.
Social Commentary — It critiques societal norms and explores social issues.