To Whom This May Come by Edward Bellamy
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Author | Bellamy, Edward, 1850-1898 |
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Title |
To Whom This May Come
1898 |
Note | Reading ease score: 58.5 (10th to 12th grade). Somewhat difficult to read. |
Note | Wikipedia page about this book: https: //en.wikipedia.org/wiki/To_Whom_This_May_Come |
Credits | Produced by David Widger |
Summary | "To Whom This May Come" by Edward Bellamy is a novel written in the late 19th century. The narrative revolves around the experience of a shipwrecked sailor who encounters an extraordinary society of mind-readers on a secluded archipelago. The book delves into themes of communication, connection, and the evolution of human relationships as it examines the implications of a world where thoughts can be shared directly without the need for spoken language. The story begins with the protagonist surviving a shipwreck and awakening to find himself among a group of people who possess the remarkable ability to communicate through mind-reading, having lost the ability to speak over generations. The inhabitants of these islands, descended from a group once persecuted for their abilities, have developed a unique society where understanding and empathy thrive without the need for words. As the protagonist assimilates into this new world, he learns about the beauty of their connections, the pitfalls of personal relationships in a speaking world, and ultimately faces the tragic separation from his newfound love due to unforeseen circumstances. Through this exploration, Bellamy presents a vision of society that challenges conventional notions of communication and social interaction. (This is an automatically generated summary.) |
Language | English |
LoC Class | PS: Language and Literatures: American and Canadian literature |
Subject | Short stories |
Subject | United States -- Social life and customs -- 19th century -- Fiction |
Category | Text |
EBook-No. | 22704 |
Release Date | Sep 21, 2007 |
Most Recently Updated | Dec 29, 2012 |
Copyright Status | Public domain in the USA. |
Downloads | 58 downloads in the last 30 days. |
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