The man who wouldn't sign up by Tom Purdom

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Author Purdom, Tom, 1936-
Title The man who wouldn't sign up
Original Publication New York, NY: Royal Publications, Inc., 1958.
Note Reading ease score: 88.6 (6th grade). Easy to read.
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Summary "The Man Who Wouldn't Sign Up" by Thomas E. Purdom is a speculative fiction story written in the late 1950s. The narrative follows the life of Henry Westing, a man determined to live independently without conforming to societal pressures or the need to belong to any organization. The story explores themes of individuality versus community, the meaning of belonging, and personal freedom in the face of external expectations. In the book, Henry Westing repeatedly faces pressure from others to join various groups, whether it be in college, the workplace, or social circles. Despite these pressures, he chooses to remain solo, enjoying his life independently, filled with music, friends, and arts. His solitude attracts the attention of "The Organization," a group aimed at uniting those who feel disconnected. Westing’s encounters with various recruiters, including a psychologist from the Organization, force him to confront the societal expectation that belonging to a group is essential for fulfillment. As he grapples with this notion, he resists temptation but also realizes the value of connection when he reaches out to another potential recruit. The book illustrates Westing's struggle against the tides of conformity, ultimately advocating for the importance of individual choice amidst societal coercion. (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 Belonging (Social psychology) -- Fiction
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EBook-No. 72029
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Copyright Status Public domain in the USA.
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