Reject by John Johnson

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Author Johnson, John
Illustrator Orban, Paul, 1896-1974
Title Reject
Note Reading ease score: 78.8 (7th grade). Fairly easy to read.
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Summary "Reject" by John Johnson is a science fiction short story written in the mid-20th century. The narrative revolves around the emotional and societal implications of an advanced technological society where children are genetically engineered and conditioned for specific roles in society. The story highlights a profound conflict arising from the emotional needs of a young boy, Donnie, who expresses a desire for companionship rather than the machine-like upbringing he has received. In "Reject," the protagonist Donnie finds himself at odds with his father, Mr. Ames, who values performance and efficiency over emotional connection. Despite being raised in a controlled environment designed to produce optimal individuals, Donnie struggles with his need for play and companionship, traits deemed undesirable in his society. The tension escalates as Mr. Ames learns from the incubator officials that Donnie exhibits "neurotic tendencies" and is classified as a "reject." The story reflects on the potential consequences of prioritizing intelligence and productivity over emotional health, ultimately questioning what it means to be truly human in an increasingly mechanized world. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
Language English
LoC Class PS: Language and Literatures: American and Canadian literature
Subject Science fiction
Subject Short stories
Subject Parent and child -- Fiction
Subject Child rearing -- Fiction
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EBook-No. 59495
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Copyright Status Public domain in the USA.
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