The struggle of a man to find meaning in a society that will not let him make decisions or wonder or comtemplate mystical ideas. A society that oppresses the indvidual reflective of Huxley's world. A inner struggle that fights between what feels is right and what a person is told is right. | ||
Plot & Themes FANTASY or SCIENCE FICTION? - science fiction story Repressive society story Yes Repressive because: Inner Struggle Yes Plotlet: - change of heart Is this an adult or child's book? - Adult or Young Adult Book Descript. of chases or violence - 10 % planning/preparing, gather info, debate puzzles/motives - 40 % Feelings, relationships, character bio/development - 30 % Descript. of society, phenomena (tech), places - 20 % Main Character Identity: - Male Profession/status: Age: - 20's-30's Main Adversary Identity: - an entire race Age: - long-lived adults Eccentric: Yes How much of work is main antagonist actually present in: - throughout most of the book. Setting Terrain Earth setting: - medium future 22-24th century - Takes place on Earth? Yes Writing Style Accounts of torture and death? - moderately detailed references to deaths scientific jargon? (SF only) - a fair amount of scientific explanation How much dialogue? - significantly more descript than dialog |