The Fixed Period
Author: Anthony Trollope
Binding: Hardback
Published: The Folio Society, 1997
Condition:
Book: Good
Jacket: Slipcase: Good
Pages: Good
Markings: No markings
Condition remarks: Inscription on slipcase.
This compelling work of speculative fiction transports readers to a future society grappling with a radical solution to overpopulation and resource scarcity. It chronicles a controversial law mandating that citizens voluntarily end their lives at the age of sixty-seven, presenting a chilling examination of utilitarian ethics and individual liberty. The narrative skillfully blends dark humor with profound philosophical questions, illustrating the complex moral dilemmas inherent in such a system. Trollope's incisive prose uncovers the human cost of societal control, offering a powerful critique that remains relevant today. This thought-provoking tale challenges readers to consider the boundaries of state power and the sanctity of life.
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Author: Anthony Trollope
Binding: Hardback
Published: The Folio Society, 1997
Condition:
Book: Good
Jacket: Slipcase: Good
Pages: Good
Markings: No markings
Condition remarks: Inscription on slipcase.
This compelling work of speculative fiction transports readers to a future society grappling with a radical solution to overpopulation and resource scarcity. It chronicles a controversial law mandating that citizens voluntarily end their lives at the age of sixty-seven, presenting a chilling examination of utilitarian ethics and individual liberty. The narrative skillfully blends dark humor with profound philosophical questions, illustrating the complex moral dilemmas inherent in such a system. Trollope's incisive prose uncovers the human cost of societal control, offering a powerful critique that remains relevant today. This thought-provoking tale challenges readers to consider the boundaries of state power and the sanctity of life.
