Pilgrims' project by Robert F. Young
"Pilgrims' Project" by Robert F. Young is a science fiction novel written during the mid-20th century. The book explores themes of individuality versus societal control, particularly through the lens of a dystopian future where marriage is dictated by a mechanized system. It likely delves into the struggles of the protagonist as he navigates a world that enforces conformity and how he reconciles his desire for personal agency with societal restrictions. The story
follows Roger Bartlett, who finds himself in a society where marriages are arranged by the Marriage Integrator, an entity that pairs individuals based on subconscious preferences rather than personal choice. As he applies for a wife, Roger interacts with Julia Prentice, a woman whose beauty captures his attention. However, the plot thickens as it unfolds that Julia is part of a nefarious scheme involving ghouls who rob car cemeteries. The novel spirals into a dramatic confrontation with the fanatical Captain Taigue, representing the oppressive enforcement of societal rules, leading to a desperate escape and a chance at love in a world driven by strict regulations. The blend of individual desire against a backdrop of rigid societal expectations makes for a compelling exploration of human connection and freedom. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
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| Author | Young, Robert F., 1915-1986 |
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| Illustrator | Emshwiller, Ed, 1925-1990 |
| Title | Pilgrims' project |
| Original Publication | New York, NY: Royal Publications, Inc., 1957. |
| Series Title | Produced from Infinity June 1957 |
| Credits | Greg Weeks, Mary Meehan and the Online Distributed Proofreading Team at www.pgdp.net |
| Reading Level | Reading ease score: 74.3 (7th grade). Fairly easy to read. |
| Language | English |
| LoC Class | PS: Language and Literatures: American and Canadian literature |
| Subject | Science fiction |
| Subject | Man-woman relationships -- Fiction |
| Subject | Marriage -- Fiction |
| Category | Text |
| EBook-No. | 71646 |
| Release Date | Sep 14, 2023 |
| Copyright Status | Public domain in the USA. |
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