Border, Breed nor Birth by Mack Reynolds
"Border, Breed nor Birth" by Mack Reynolds is a science fiction novel set in a future where humanity has colonized other planets. The story explores themes of identity, race, and social structure as it follows a group of characters navigating a society that is divided by artificial boundaries. The protagonist, a man of mixed heritage, grapples with his place in a world that emphasizes lineage and status. As he becomes involved in a revolutionary movement, the narrative delves into the complexities of freedom, equality, and the human condition, ultimately challenging the notions of what defines a person beyond their origins.
By Mack Reynolds · First published 1965 · Genre: Science Fiction, Political Fiction, Dystopian · 7 chapters · 52,862 words
First lines
Part 1 of Two. Kipling said those things didn't count when / two strong men stood face to face. But. do they count / when two strong ideologies stand face to face.?
El Hassan, would-be tyrant of all North Africa, was on the run.
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Border, Breed nor Birth is listed on Textopian as a novel by Mack Reynolds, dated 1965 CE.
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- Work type: Novel
- Author: Mack Reynolds
- Date: 1965 CE
- Language: English
- Genres: Science Fiction, Political Fiction, Dystopian, Adventure, Speculative Fiction
- Length: 52,862 words
- Structure: 7 chapters, 1,366 paragraphs
- Reading fit: Fairly Easy (7th Grade)
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Genres
- Science Fiction — The book explores futuristic themes and societal structures, characteristic of the science fiction genre.
- Political Fiction — It delves into political themes, examining issues of governance, identity, and societal organization.
- Dystopian — The narrative presents a dystopian view of society, highlighting the consequences of extreme ideologies.
- Adventure — The plot involves elements of adventure as characters navigate complex societal landscapes.
Tags
Science Fiction · Utopian · Dystopian · Future Society · Social Commentary · Politics · Government Control · Free Will · Determinism · Human Nature · Societal Hierarchy · Class System