
Dystopia Boxed Set: 18 Dystopian Classics in One Edition
1984, It Can't Happen Here, Brave New World, Meccania the Super-State, Lord of the World…By Jack London, Ernest Bramah, Sinclair Lewis, Anthony Trollope, Milo Hastings, Aldous Huxley, Francis Stevens, Ignatius Donnelly, Owen Gregory, H. G. Wells, C. S. Lewis, George Orwell, Arthur Dudley Vinton, Hugh Benson, Yevgeny ZamyatinLength163h 9m
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The 'Dystopia Boxed Set: 18 Dystopian Classics in One Edition' encapsulates a rich tapestry of imagined societies confronting bleak futures marked by oppressive regimes and societal collapse. This anthology brings together diverse literary styles from early groundbreakers in speculative and dystopian fiction to mid-century innovators whose narratives shaped a genre that continues to resonate. Within its pages, readers will traverse settings as varied as a regimented, hyper-rational state, a totalitarian society where surveillance reigns supreme, and prophetic visions of technocratic dominance. These narratives question the boundaries of freedom and the human condition, reflecting timeless themes of power, resistance, and survival. The eminent authors included in this anthology collectively represent a panoply of perspectives, each bringing unique cultural and historical contexts to their narratives. From the socio-political commentaries of George Orwell and Aldous Huxley to the early dystopian visions of Ignatius Donnelly and H. G. Wells, these authors have illuminated varied aspects of dystopia, from industrial omnipotence to ideological suppression. The anthology echoes pivotal literary movements including Victorian realism and modernist critique, harnessing the evocative potential of speculative fiction to interrogate the consequences of unchecked authority and technological advancement. This collection offers readers an invaluable opportunity to explore the dynamism of dystopian literature, with works that provoke reflection and dialogue. Whether a seasoned scholar or a curious newcomer, the anthology provides educational richness and insightful engagement with themes that are relevant in both historical and contemporary lenses. By delving into these compelling narratives, readers will appreciate the breadth of perspectives on societal decay and human resilience, prompting profound contemplation on the nature of power and its pervasive impact on society.
Audiobook details
GenreDystopia, Science Fiction
Length163 hrs 9 mins
Narrated byListen with 1,000+ voices
FormateBook with Audio
Publish dateDec 23, 2023
LanguageEnglish
Table of contents
1Dystopia Boxed Set: 18 Dystopian Classics in One Edition
26Chapter VIII
2One (pt. 1)
27Chapter IX
3One (pt. 2)
28Chapter X
4Two (pt. 1)
29Chapter XI
5Two (pt. 2)
30Chapter XII
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6Three (pt. 1)
31Chapter XIII
7Three (pt. 2)
32Chapter XIV
8Appendix
33Chapter XV
9Chapter I
34Chapter XVI
10Chapter II
35Chapter XVII
11Chapter III
36Chapter XVIII
12Chapter IV
37Foreword
13Chapter V
38I. Over-Population
14Chapter VI
39II. Quantity, Quality, Morality
15Chapter VII
40III. Over-Organization
16Chapter VIII
41IV. Propaganda in a Democratic Society
17Chapter IX
42V. Propaganda Under a Dictatorship
18Chapter X
43VI. The Arts of Selling
19Chapter I
44VII. Brainwashing
20Chapter II
45VIII. Chemical Persuasion
21Chapter III
46IX. Subconscious Persuasion
22Chapter IV
47X. Hypnopaedia
23Chapter V
48XI. Education for Freedom
24Chapter VI
491
25Chapter VII
502