Pillar of Fire by Ray Bradbury
The novel explores the intersection of technology and humanity through a futuristic society where fire has been eradicated. The protagonist's quest to restore fire serves as a metaphor for the importance of human connection and creativity in a world dominated by machines.
By Ray Bradbury · First published 1948 · Genre: Science Fiction, Fantasy, Dystopian · 5 chapters · 17,217 words
First lines
He came out of the earth, hating. Hate was his father; hate was his mother.
It was good to walk again. It was good to leap up out of the earth, off of your back, and stretch your cramped arms violently and try to take a deep breath!
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- Work type: Novel
- Author: Ray Bradbury
- Date: 1948 CE
- Language: English
- Genres: Science Fiction, Fantasy, Dystopian, Adventure, Literary Fiction
- Length: 17,217 words
- Structure: 5 chapters, 531 paragraphs
- Reading fit: Very Easy (5th Grade or below)
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Genres
- Science Fiction — The narrative explores futuristic themes and speculative technology.
- Fantasy — Elements of magical realism and imaginative settings are prevalent.
- Dystopian — The story presents a society characterized by oppressive control and loss of individuality.
- Adventure — The plot involves a journey filled with challenges and exploration.
Tags
Science Fiction · Fantasy · Historical Fiction · Alternate History · Dystopian · Apocalyptic · Prophecy · Predestination · Free Will · Moral Ambiguity · Good vs Evil · Redemption