The Men of Boru by Jack A. Nelson
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About this eBook
| Author | Nelson, Jack A. |
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| Illustrator | Orban, Paul, 1896-1974 |
| Title | The Men of Boru |
| Note | Reading ease score: 86.5 (6th grade). Easy to read. |
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Produced by Greg Weeks, Mary Meehan and the Online Distributed Proofreading Team at http://www.pgdp.net |
| Summary | "The Men of Boru" by Jack A. Nelson is a science fiction novella written in the mid-20th century. The narrative explores themes of rebellion and the struggle for freedom in a dystopian setting, likely inspired by the societal dynamics of the time. It depicts a group of eight men on a treacherous journey to liberate themselves and others from an oppressive regime led by a mysterious figure known as The Leader, who enforces strict control over its citizens. The story follows Sten and his companions as they infiltrate the city of Panamia in a desperate attempt to rescue enslaved women and challenge the dehumanizing system imposed by The Leader. As they navigate through a world marked by blind obedience and numbness, they encounter individuals like Kathryn, who has been conditioned to accept her life under The Leader. Tension mounts as Sten grapples with the stark reality of their mission, facing the struggles of ignorance within the population, their own enduring spirits, and unexpected sacrifices along the way. Ultimately, the narrative culminates in a quest for personal and collective freedom, leaving readers with a sense of hope for the future as the protagonists forge their path to a greener valley where they believe true life awaits. (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 | Escapes -- Fiction |
| Subject | Brainwashing -- Fiction |
| Category | Text |
| EBook-No. | 58883 |
| Release Date | Feb 13, 2019 |
| Copyright Status | Public domain in the USA. |
| Downloads | 58 downloads in the last 30 days. |
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