MixedI was mixed on it. Skewing positive when I read it. Probably wouldn't like it as much now.
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Stand on Zanzibar (1968)
Others: Leaning positive "Originally published in 1968, Stand on Zanzibar was a breakthrough in science fiction storytelling technique, and a prophetic look at a dystopian 2010 that remains compelling today. Corporations have usurped democracy, ubiquitous information technology mediates human relationships, mass-marketed psychosomatic drugs keep billions docile, and genetic engineering is routine. Universal in reach, the world-system is out of control, and we are all its victims...and its creator"--Cover p. [4].
- ISBN:
- 9781473206373
- Length:
- 576 pages
Genres: science fiction
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Loved itThis book was a little bit difficult to read, but it was worth the pain of reading unlike some other books we talked about because this story was put together in a very ingenious way.
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