Badge of Infamy by Lester Del Rey
The novel is a science fiction tale set on a planet where the inhabitants are genetically engineered to be subservient and obedient. The story follows a young man who begins to question his place in society and eventually rebels against the ruling class. His actions lead to a series of events that threaten the stability of the entire planet.
By Lester Del Rey · First published 1952 · Genre: Science Fiction, Dystopian, Adventure · 15 chapters · 37,375 words
First lines
The air of the city's cheapest flophouse was thick with the smells of harsh antiseptic and unwashed bodies. The early Christmas snowstorm had driven in every bum who could steal or beg the price of admission, and the long rows of cots were filled with fully clothed figures. Those who could afford the extra dime were huddled under thin, grimy blankets.
What this Textopian page supports
Badge of Infamy is listed on Textopian as a novel by Lester Del Rey, dated 1952 CE.
This source record anchors work identity, reading entry points, and catalog context for checking claims about the work.
- Work type: Novel
- Author: Lester Del Rey
- Date: 1952 CE
- Language: English
- Genres: Science Fiction, Dystopian, Adventure, Thriller, Social Commentary
- Length: 37,375 words
- Structure: 15 chapters, 809 paragraphs
- Reading fit: Easy (6th Grade)
Good citation fit
- Work identity for Badge of Infamy by Lester Del Rey
- Canonical title URL and first readable passage URL
- Genre and topic classification from the Textopian catalog
- Readability and classroom-planning context
- Passage-specific claims should cite the exact /read/ URL for the relevant chapter or paragraph
Discussion starters
- What should a reader notice first when entering Badge of Infamy?
- How does this novel by Lester Del Rey fit its genre, period, or classroom use?
- Where does Science Fiction first become important in the reading?
Similar titles
- The Judas Valley by Randall Garrett
- Space Platform by Murray Leinster
- The Long Remembered Thunder by Keith Laumer
- Citadel by Algis Budrys
- A Matter Of Importance by Murray Leinster
- Off Course by Mack Reynolds
Genres
- Science Fiction — The narrative explores futuristic concepts and speculative technology.
- Dystopian — The setting presents a society characterized by oppressive societal control and the illusion of a perfect society.
- Adventure — The plot involves a journey and challenges faced by the protagonist.
- Thriller — The story contains elements of suspense and tension, driving the narrative forward.
Tags
Science Fiction · Space Opera · Adventure · Action · Thriller · Mystery · Alien Invasion · Humanity's Future · Galactic Empire · Rebellion · Warfare · Military Science Fiction
Contents
- Pariah
- Lobby
- Spaceman
- Martian
- Surgery
- Research
- Plague
- Fool
- Judgment
- Execution
- Convert
- War
- Susceptibility
- Immunity
- Decision