Solaris Farm
A Story of the Twentieth CenturyBy Milan C. Edson
Length13h 41m
About this audiobook
In "Solaris Farm," Milan C. Edson masterfully intertwines themes of technology, ecology, and human relationships within an evocative narrative set in a near-future dystopia. The novel employs a lyrical yet accessible prose style, seamlessly merging speculative fiction with philosophical inquiry. Through its vivid descriptions and richly drawn characters, "Solaris Farm" examines the implications of advanced agricultural technology on societal structures and individual identity, reflecting contemporary concerns about sustainability and the human-nature connection. Edson's context draws from a growing literary movement that challenges the boundaries of traditional genres, engaging readers in a profound exploration of our planet's future. Milan C. Edson, an esteemed author and environmental advocate, has a background in agronomy and a passion for ecological sustainability. His experiences working on experimental farms and engaging with communities affected by climate change have informed the narrative's compelling critique of modern agricultural practices. Drawing from his own encounters and insights, Edson's work offers both an imaginative escape and a needed reflection on the ethical dilemmas facing humanity today. "Solaris Farm" is a must-read for those who delight in speculative fiction that provokes thought and discussion. Engaging and thought-provoking, this novel invites readers to question their own relationship with the environment while providing a compelling story that resonates long after the last page is turned. Whether you are a fan of dystopian literature or simply curious about the intersection of technology and nature, Edson's work will captivate and inspire.
Audiobook details
GenreFantasy, General Fiction
Length13 hrs 41 mins
Narrated byListen with 1,000+ voices
FormateBook with Audio
Publish dateSep 16, 2022
LanguageEnglish
Table of contents
1Introduction
26A SURPRISE PARTY AND RECEPTION COMBINED.
2PREFACE.
27FORMATION OF POPULAR SCIENCE CLUBS.
3CONTENTS.
28A TWENTIETH CENTURY LOVE LETTER.
4A STORY OF THE TWENTIETH CENTURY.
29THE REPLY.
5A FARMER'S SON WITH PROGRESSIVE TENDENCIES.
30FERN FENWICK ARRIVES AT SOLARIS.
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6THE OUTLINES OF A GREAT PROBLEM.
31THE FESTIVAL.
7AN ADVERTISEMENT INTRODUCES THE HEROINE.
32THE ORATION.
8THE STORY OF A STONE AND WHAT CAME AFTER.
33THE STORY OF GILBERT GERRISH; OR, THE STRENGTH OF THE WEAKEST UNIT.
9FAIRY FERN COTTAGE.
34OUR HERO AND HEROINE DISCUSS AGRICULTURAL STATISTICS.
10FENNIMORE FENWICK.
35THE DISCUSSION GROWS MORE INTERESTING.
11AN ALASKA KINDERGARTEN.
36SOCIAL SOLUTIONS.
12AN INTERVIEW WITH THE "FAIRIES."
37SOLARIS SCRIP.
13THE PROBLEM VS. A GOOD MAN WHO IS AS RICH AS HE IS NOBLE.
38THE INSURANCE OFFERED BY CO-OPERATIVE FARMING.
14THE REAPING OF THE DEATH ANGEL.
39THE MOTHER'S CLUB.
15THE MARTINA MINE.
40THE CO-OPERATIVE FARM AS A FACTOR IN THE CAPITAL AND LABOR PROBLEM.
16SPIRIT AND MORTAL.—FATHER AND DAUGHTER.
41THE CO-OPERATIVE FARM TRIUMPHANT.
17QUESTIONS AND ANSWERS.
42THE KINDERGARTEN AT SOLARIS.
18THE ETHICS OF PLANETARY EVOLUTION.
43AN UNEXPECTED VISITOR.
19THE CO-OPERATIVE FARM AS A FACTOR IN SOCIAL EVOLUTION.
44THE COMING ERA OF GOOD ROADS.
20FILLMORE AND FERN.
45CO-OPERATIVE ETHICS.
21SOLARIS FARM.
46RURAL LIFE UNDER THE REIGN OF CO-OPERATION.
22CLUB LIFE AT SOLARIS.
47A TWENTIETH CENTURY HONEYMOON.
23FENWICK HALL.
48THE NEW CRUSADE.
24THE BEGINNING OF A NEW ERA.
49CONCLUSION.
25HIS WOOING PROSPERS WHILE OUR HERO ENJOYS HIS FIRST VACATION.
50A FEW POINTERS FROM THE PEN OF THE REVIEWER.
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