The Beautiful People by Charles Beaumont

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Author Beaumont, Charles, 1929-1967
Title The Beautiful People
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Summary "The Beautiful People" by Charles Beaumont is a thought-provoking collection of science fiction stories written during the mid-20th century. The book delves into themes of beauty, identity, and societal expectations, exploring the lengths to which individuals go to conform to idealized standards. The narrative focuses on the pressures faced by a young girl named Mary, who grapples with the societal mandate of undergoing a physical transformation to achieve beauty. In the story, Mary Cuberle is an 18-year-old girl who rejects the societal pressure to undergo a Transformation that everyone else embraces to become beautiful. As she interacts with her mother and a psychiatrist, the story reveals a dystopian world where beauty is enforced and conformity is paramount. Mary holds onto her identity and self-worth, opposed to the idea of changing her appearance. This inner conflict escalates to the point where her refusal becomes a matter of public scrutiny, leading to a dramatic confrontation about individuality versus societal norms. Ultimately, the tale serves as a cautionary reflection on the value of authentic selfhood amid relentless pressures for conformity. (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 Identity (Psychology) -- Fiction
Subject Teenage girls -- Fiction
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EBook-No. 36258
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Most Recently Updated Jun 2, 2011
Copyright Status Public domain in the USA.
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