Dead World by Jack Douglas (1970)
The novel is a dystopian tale set in a post-apocalyptic world where a deadly virus has wiped out most of humanity. The story follows a small group of survivors who band together to try and find a cure for the disease. As they navigate this treacherous new world, they encounter various factions vying for power and resources. Along the way, they discover that the virus may not be a natural occurrence, but rather a result of human experimentation gone wrong. The novel explores themes of survival, redemption, and the human condition in the face of catastrophic loss. Through its characters' struggles and triumphs, it raises questions about what it means to be human when the world as we know it is gone.
By Jack Douglas · First published 1970 · Genre: Science Fiction, Adventure, Military Fiction · 6,737 words
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_Out on the ice-buried planet, Commander Red Stone led his Free Companions to almost certain death. They died for a dangerous dream that had only one chance in a thousand trillion to come true. Is there a better reason for dying? _
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- Work type: Novel
- Author: Jack Douglas
- Date: 1970 CE
- Language: English
- Genres: Science Fiction, Adventure, Military Fiction, Dystopian, Space Opera
- Length: 6,737 words
- Structure: 1 section, 121 paragraphs
- Reading fit: Very Easy (5th Grade or below)
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Genres
- Science Fiction — The narrative is set in a futuristic universe with intergalactic travel, advanced technology, and alien species.
- Adventure — The plot revolves around a high-stakes mission involving battles, exploration, and survival on a frozen planet.
- Military Fiction — The story focuses on a military company, their contracts, and the dynamics of warfare in space.
- Dystopian — The setting includes a universe governed by a controlling council, with societal issues and a sense of rebellion.
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Dystopian · Post-Apocalyptic · Science Fiction · Survival Story · Action-Packed · Thrilling · Suspenseful · Dark · Gritty · Violent · Rebellion · Resistance