Plague of Pythons by Frederik Pohl
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| Author | Pohl, Frederik, 1919-2013 |
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| Illustrator | Ritter, Bob |
| Title | Plague of Pythons |
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| Summary | "Plague of Pythons" by Frederik Pohl is a science fiction novel written in the early 1960s. The story unfolds in a dystopian world where individuals can become possessed by mysterious forces, leading to acts of violence and insanity. The main character, Chandler, finds himself on trial for horrific crimes he does not remember committing, placing him in a terrifying situation where he must confront the reality of possession and societal breakdown. The opening of the book sets a grim stage for Chandler's trial, highlighting the chaotic societal context in which every citizen fears the menace of being taken over by malevolent forces. Chandler's memories are murky, and his defense hinges on the plea of temporary pandemic insanity, emphasizing the widespread nature of this possession phenomenon. As the courtroom proceedings unfold, with a judge with a violent past, an eager audience, and accusations piling up, a complex web of societal paranoia and personal trauma is woven, hinting at deeper explorations of justice, guilt, and survival in a world overcome by fear. (This is an automatically generated summary.) |
| Language | English |
| LoC Class | PS: Language and Literatures: American and Canadian literature |
| Subject | Science fiction |
| Category | Text |
| EBook-No. | 51804 |
| Release Date | Apr 19, 2016 |
| Copyright Status | Public domain in the USA. |
| Downloads | 149 downloads in the last 30 days. |
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