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Anchorite

Anchorite

By: Randall Garrett
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In Anchorite, Randall Garrett skillfully probes the depths of our government and society with a sharp needle of insight. He paints a vivid picture of a future where a world government enforces equality‚Aîregardless of individual desire‚Aîand ensures everyones needs are met, no matter their competence or character. As people navigate a landscape rife with deceit and distrust, Garrett chillingly forecasts the consequences of todays trends if left unchallenged. However, amidst the chaos, hope emerges from the asteroid belt, where only the capable and sensible can thrive and govern. But will the Earth government allow this beacon of meritocracy to persist? Tune in to this captivating tale to catch a glimpse of what the future may hold.Copyright Science Fiction Collection Political Science Politics & Government Science Fiction
Episodes
  • Planet of Shame-Bruce Elliott

    Planet of Shame-Bruce Elliott
    24 Aug 2026
    In Anchorite, Randall Garrett skillfully probes the depths of our government and society with a sharp needle of insight. He paints a vivid picture of a future where a world government enforces equality‚Aîregardless of individual desire‚Aîand ensures everyones needs are met, no matter their competence or character. As people navigate a landscape rife with deceit and distrust, Garrett chillingly forecasts the consequences of todays trends if left unchallenged. However, amidst the chaos, hope emerges from the asteroid belt, where only the capable and sensible can thrive and govern. But will the Earth government allow this beacon of meritocracy to persist? Tune in to this captivating tale to catch a glimpse of what the future may hold.
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    4 hrs and 26 min
  • Watchbird-Robert Sheckley

    Watchbird-Robert Sheckley
    23 Aug 2026
    In Anchorite, Randall Garrett skillfully probes the depths of our government and society with a sharp needle of insight. He paints a vivid picture of a future where a world government enforces equality‚Aîregardless of individual desire‚Aîand ensures everyones needs are met, no matter their competence or character. As people navigate a landscape rife with deceit and distrust, Garrett chillingly forecasts the consequences of todays trends if left unchallenged. However, amidst the chaos, hope emerges from the asteroid belt, where only the capable and sensible can thrive and govern. But will the Earth government allow this beacon of meritocracy to persist? Tune in to this captivating tale to catch a glimpse of what the future may hold.
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    1 hr and 30 min
  • Great Explorers in Space (Ed Reads Short Sci-fi, vol. I)-Various

    Great Explorers in Space (Ed Reads Short Sci-fi, vol. I)-Various
    22 Aug 2026
    In Anchorite, Randall Garrett skillfully probes the depths of our government and society with a sharp needle of insight. He paints a vivid picture of a future where a world government enforces equality‚Aîregardless of individual desire‚Aîand ensures everyones needs are met, no matter their competence or character. As people navigate a landscape rife with deceit and distrust, Garrett chillingly forecasts the consequences of todays trends if left unchallenged. However, amidst the chaos, hope emerges from the asteroid belt, where only the capable and sensible can thrive and govern. But will the Earth government allow this beacon of meritocracy to persist? Tune in to this captivating tale to catch a glimpse of what the future may hold.
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    6 hrs and 2 min
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