World Without War by E. G. Von Wald

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Author Von Wald, E. G.
Illustrator Emshwiller, Ed, 1925-1990
Title World Without War
Note Reading ease score: 77.8 (7th grade). Fairly easy to read.
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Summary "World Without War" by E. G. Von Wald is a science fiction narrative probably written in the mid-20th century. The story explores a future where people live in manufactured bodies, raising questions about identity, cooperation, and the necessity of social order in a world devoid of war. The narrative centers around themes of personal relationships, societal norms, and the consequences of cooperation among humans. The story follows Mark, who is late for Jennette's birthday party after a fatal encounter while navigating the skies in his aircar. Mark's existential struggles unfold as he grapples with his identity, the concept of using protobodies, and his strong feelings for Jennette. The dialogue emphasizes a conflict between their manufactured lives and the desire for genuine connection, revealing their discontent with a system that discourages natural human interaction and emotions. As they flirt with the idea of a "marriage agreement," they confront the fear that fostering such relationships could lead to chaotic cooperation, reminiscent of the era when wars were fought by large groups of people. In the end, while Mark and Jennette’s bond hints at rebellion against societal norms, they ultimately choose to conform to the existing social order. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
Language English
LoC Class PS: Language and Literatures: American and Canadian literature
Subject Science fiction
Subject Short stories
Category Text
EBook-No. 32254
Release Date
Most Recently Updated Jan 6, 2021
Copyright Status Public domain in the USA.
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