The novel explores a future where the United States has been transformed into a totalitarian state with a rigid class system. The story follows a group of rebels who attempt to overthrow the government and establish a new society based on individual freedom and equality. The protagonist, a young man from a lower-class background, becomes involved in the rebellion after witnessing the brutal suppression of a peaceful protest by the authorities. He joins a group of rebels who are planning a massive uprising against the government. As the story unfolds, the protagonist faces numerous challenges and obstacles as he navigates the complexities of the rebellion and grapples with his own moral ambiguities. The novel raises important questions about the nature of power, freedom, and social justice in a society where the ruling class exercises total control over every aspect of people's lives. The novel is a commentary on the dangers of totalitarianism and the importance of individual rights and freedoms. It explores themes of rebellion, resistance, and the struggle for social change in a world where the powerful will stop at nothing to maintain their grip on power.
By Mack Reynolds · First published 1967 · Genre: Science Fiction, Adventure, Political Fiction · 5 chapters