Résultats pour "A Society" dans Science-fiction

When COVID-19 sweeps through New York City, Jamie Gray is stuck as a dead-end driver for food-delivery apps. That is, until Jamie makes a delivery to an old acquaintance, Tom, who works at what he calls “an animal rights organization”. Tom’s team needs a last-minute grunt to handle things on their next field visit. Jamie, eager to do anything, immediately signs on. What Tom doesn't tell Jamie is that the animals his team cares for are not here on Earth. Not our Earth, at at least. In an alternate dimension, dinosaur-like creatures named Kaiju roam a warm and human-free world.

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The survivors have prospered, but their home is an enticing prospect for others to take. Besieged, they must respond with a savagery to dissuade further attempts. Is this the end of society?

When Soren is plucked from the streets and given a place at the prestigious academy of swordsmanship, he thinks his dream of being a great swordsman has become a possibility. However, with great intrigues unfolding all around him, Soren discovers that he is little more than a pawn to the ambitions of others.

« Vingt-cinq ans de silence. 1 440 minutes pour tout réparer. »Quand un père disparu depuis un quart de siècle réapparaît dans son vieux fauteuil, le temps s’arrête.À travers les coulisses de ma trilogie littéraire, je vous invite à explorer la frontière entre le réel et l'invisible.Un voyage sonore pour apprendre à écouter les signes, à briser les non-dits et à transformer l’absence en lumière.Lien pour la version papier sur Amazon : Cliquez ICI Hébergé par Acast. Visitez acast.com/privacy pour plus d'informations.

Time is an enigma like no other. Seemingly insignificant events, often overlooked in the moment, can lead to monumental consequences centuries later. On Time Track Number One, this irrefutable truth played out, but on Time Track Number Two, a singular moment held the key to altering fate—a naked woman appearing in public. In a bold move, Skandos One stripped Lady Rhoann of her garments, and with just one glance, Lord Tedric took action that would change everything!

In a bewildering turn of events, Sylvia Tebrick, a 24-year-old wife, is transformed into a fox during a tranquil walk in the woods with her husband, Richard. Determined to protect their secret, Mr. Tebrick sends away their staff, but both must navigate the challenges and emotional turmoil that this unexpected change brings to their lives. (Summary by Annise)

A weary young man, tired of wandering the vast expanse of the red desert, unexpectedly discovers an exhilarating adventure that changes everything. - Summary by Yoganandh T

Detective Jonathan O'Rourke hates his implant but has to rely on it every day. After a vicious attack while on duty, he lost his left eye and his partner and friend. As a result he was gifted with a supercomputer replacement that allows him to have a head start on any criminal he chases. The pharmaceutical miracle known affectionately as Rez made it possible. What else could Rez be making possible? The world has changed, and illness has all but been irradicated due to the Rez, but could there be side effects no one has ever dreamed of?

Sometimes the only way to conquer darkness is to embrace it. From the moment Alyeth Zane was torn from his home, his dreams of becoming the next warlock of Dun’Nahar were dashed. Forbidden by his parents to pursue the arcane arts, Alyeth's destiny takes a darker turn when the legendary Black Hood escapes his bonds, threatening the realm itself.In a desperate bid to safeguard the kingdom, the House of Zane stages a grand tournament to marshal the land's fiercest warriors against the encroaching evil.

The Rotten Belly Society was an order that existed among some Native Americans tribes of the Great Plains. The members of this society were compelled by powerful visions to devote their lives to being contrarians. In simple terms, they did things backwards for the purpose of educating people on how to behave properly. A similar principle was seen on a popular t-shirt of the 1980s that said, “I’m not useless—I can be used as a bad example.”

In this thought-provoking late work, George Bernard Shaw delves into a myriad of contemporary issues through the lens of evolution, presenting his insights in five succinct plays set across vastly different historical epochs—from the Garden of Eden to the year 31,920 A.D. The central theme of this historical exploration posits that the future of humanity hinges on extending our lifespan to a remarkable 300 years, allowing us to truly mature. The characters in these plays wrestle with a pivotal question what will be the next significant leap in our evolution? While mere longevity enables this...

First published in 1971, 2150 A.D. is a groundbreaking science-fiction classic, with over 600,000 copies sold, that earned cult status by imagining humanity’s spiritual evolution decades before consciousness-driven sci-fi entered the mainstream, making it a compelling read for fans of Avatar...

Niels Klims Underground Travels, originally written in Latin as Nicolai Klimii Iter Subterraneum (1741), is a captivating satirical science-fiction and fantasy novel by Ludvig Holberg, a notable Norwegian-Danish dramatist, historian, and essayist from Bergen, Norway. This work, his sole novel, offers a unique glimpse into a utopian society through the eyes of an outsider, cleverly critiquing various cultural and social issues, including morality, science, sexual equality, religion, governance, and philosophy. (Summary by Wikipedia)

This is not just any book. Its a whimsical journey through the eyes of a recluse and a witch, set against the backdrop of London during the tumultuous First World War. Published in 1919, Stella Bensons Living Alone invites you to explore a world where magic intertwines with the realities of wartime life. While it may not follow a traditional plot, its enchanting blend of fantasy, moral musings, and aerial dogfights on broomsticks offers a charmingly eccentric experience. Perfect for witches, wizards, and muggles alike, this little gem is a delightful escape for those with a taste for the ...

Dive into the gripping world of Anthem, a novella by Ayn Rand, first published in England in 1938. Set in a dystopian future where humanity has plunged into a dark age marked by irrationality, collectivism, and the suppression of individuality, this powerful narrative explores a society where even the use of the word I is punishable by death. Originally conceived as a play by Rand during her teenage years in Soviet Russia, Anthem ultimately embodies her core philosophical principles—reason, values, volition, and individualism. Experience a bold proclamation of self and freedom through this ...

Embark on an extraordinary journey with Peter Wilkins as he navigates a world filled with wonder and wisdom. Inspired by the classic tales of adventure, this 1750 edition draws parallels to Gulliver’s Travels, incorporating elements of early science fiction. Through his encounters with new friends, Wilkins offers a fresh perspective on the customs of his English heritage, much like Gulliver did with the Lilliputians and Brobdingnagians. Join us as we explore the depths of imagination and experience in this captivating narrative.

Transported through time to the dank streets of Victorian London, Alex Locke seeks to unravel the mysteries of the Obsidian Heart, the enigmatic object to which his fate is inextricably bound. When a string of grisly murders takes place across the capital, Alex follows a trail that will lead him through the opium dens of Limehouse, into the dark and twisted world of the Society of Blood and ever closer to unlocking the secret of the Heart.

Jason Mendez is an old-fashioned guy living in a “progressive” day that has little time for him or his friends. Bothered by the decaying conditions of the city he lives in, saddened by a species losing its identity, and convinced that devious minds are to blame for everything, he opts to make a difference. But as a relationship begins to deepen with a coworker who’s immersed in the technology he loathes, it causes him to question his own desires and beliefs. It’s not until a mysterious man devastates his world that he remembers his original ambition.

Ben Donnelly just got his life back together. Now, the world around him is falling apart. A drought swept across the planet causing food shortages worldwide. Its effects crept across the planet for weeks. Riots broke out and violence ensued, but that was only the beginning. Chaos began to tear away at the very fabric of society. Americans sat back and watched as civilians around the world descended into darkness. Their government told them they were safe and insulated, as the rest of the world was pulled into the quickening spiral.