After some Tomorrow by Mack Reynolds
The novel explores a future where humanity has colonized other planets and formed the United Earth Government to maintain order. However, this government is corrupt and oppressive, leading to widespread discontent among the population. A group of rebels emerges, seeking to overthrow the government and establish a new society based on individual freedom and democracy. The protagonist joins this rebellion, using his skills as a smuggler to help them evade government forces. As the conflict escalates, the protagonist becomes increasingly disillusioned with the rebellion's methods and goals. He begins to question whether their fight for freedom is worth the cost in lives and suffering. The novel raises questions about the nature of power, morality, and the human condition. It explores the complexities of revolution and the difficulties of creating a new society from scratch.
By Mack Reynolds · First published 1971 · Genre: Science Fiction, Dystopian, Adventure · 6,397 words
First lines
Before the first shots rang out, Alan had been sitting with some twenty young people of the Wolf clan in a grove of aspen approximately halfway between the fields and the citadel on the hilltop. He had been teaching them myth-legend and, as usual, the girls were bored and unbelieving, the boys open mouthed.
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- Work type: Novel
- Author: Mack Reynolds
- Date: 1971 CE
- Language: English
- Genres: Science Fiction, Dystopian, Adventure, Speculative Fiction, Drama
- Length: 6,397 words
- Structure: 1 section, 157 paragraphs
- Reading fit: Very Easy (5th Grade or below)
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Genres
- Science Fiction — The narrative explores futuristic themes, societal structures, and the implications of gender roles in a post-apocalyptic setting.
- Dystopian — The story presents a society that has drastically changed due to catastrophic events, highlighting the struggles and adaptations of its inhabitants.
- Adventure — The plot involves action-packed sequences, including battles and survival scenarios, as characters navigate threats to their community.
- Speculative Fiction — The work speculates on future societal norms and the consequences of historical events on human relationships and survival.
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Science Fiction · Alternate History · Time Travel · Dystopia · Utopia · Social Commentary · Politics · Government Control · Free Will · Determinism · Cause and Effect · Paradox