Do Unto Others by Mark Clifton
In this thought-provoking novel, a group of scientists discover the secret to immortality and must navigate the ethical implications of their discovery. As they continue to live on, they grapple with the consequences of their actions and the impact their immortality has on those around them.
By Mark Clifton · First published 1958 · Genre: Science Fiction, Dystopian, Suspense · 10,724 words
First lines
_Do unto others as you would have them do unto you. And
the natives of Capella IV, philosophers at heart, were not
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- Work type: Novel
- Author: Mark Clifton
- Date: 1958 CE
- Language: English
- Genres: Science Fiction, Dystopian, Suspense, Adventure, Thriller
- Length: 10,724 words
- Structure: 1 section, 233 paragraphs
- Reading fit: Easy (6th Grade)
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Genres
- Science Fiction — The book is set in a future technologically advanced society, highlighting dystopian themes and speculative science, a common trait in science fiction.
- Dystopian — The book portrays a repressive and controlled society, typical characteristics of a dystopian genre.
- Suspense — The narrative involves a high level of anticipation, anxiety, and uncertainty about the outcome of events, typically seen in suspense genre.
- Adventure — There's a series of daring and dangerous events which the characters need to face and solve, fitting with the adventure genre.
Tags
science fiction · dystopia · futuristic society · technology gone wrong · ethical dilemma · moral ambiguity · social commentary · political intrigue · psychological thriller · mind control · brainwashing · rebellion