Absolutely no Paradox
The novel explores the concept of a world where technology has advanced to the point where humans can live indefinitely and travel through space at incredible speeds. However, this has led to a society where people are no longer motivated to work or contribute to society, leading to widespread poverty and inequality. A group of individuals, known as "Paradoxers", have discovered a way to manipulate time and space, allowing them to move back in time and alter the course of history. They use this ability to create a new timeline where they are the dominant force, but their actions have unintended consequences that threaten the stability of the entire universe. The novel follows the story of a young woman who becomes embroiled in the conflict between the Paradoxers and those who oppose them. As she navigates this complex web of time travel and alternate realities, she must confront the moral implications of altering the past and the potential consequences for the future. Throughout the novel, themes of free will, determinism, and the consequences of playing with time are explored in depth. The author raises questions about the nature of reality and the impact that human actions can have on the universe as a whole.
By Lester Del Rey · First published 1954 · Genre: Science Fiction, Fantasy, Philosophical Fiction · 2,013 words
First lines
If time-travel is possible, then why haven't we been visited by people from the future? But Pete LeFranc found the answer to that.
The old men's section of the Arts and Science Club was always the best ordered. The robots somehow managed to avoid clanking there; the greensward beyond the veranda was always just right, and the drinks were the best for six counties. Old Ned Brussels touched his glass to his lips appreciatively, sighed in contentment, and waited for some of the other oldsters to break the silence.
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- Work type: Novel
- Author: Lester Del Rey
- Date: 1954 CE
- Language: English
- Genres: Science Fiction, Fantasy, Philosophical Fiction, Drama, Mystery
- Length: 2,013 words
- Structure: 1 section, 43 paragraphs
- Reading fit: Easy (6th Grade)
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Genres
- Science Fiction — The plot revolves around time travel, a central theme in science fiction, exploring the implications and paradoxes associated with it.
- Fantasy — Elements of speculative fiction are present, particularly in the concept of time machines and their effects on reality.
- Philosophical Fiction — The narrative delves into philosophical questions about time, existence, and the nature of reality, particularly through discussions of paradoxes.
- Drama — The interpersonal dynamics and emotional conflicts between characters provide a dramatic element to the story.
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Science Fiction · Space Opera · Adventure · Action · Thriller · Mystery · Alien Invasion · Galactic War · Human Evolution · Advanced Technology · Interstellar Travel · Planetary Colonization