The Clean and Wholesome Land: Classic Book Guide and Free Edition
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The Clean and Wholesome Land is catalogued by Project Gutenberg with author credits for Sholto, Ralph.
Catalogue synopsis
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"The Clean and Wholesome Land" by Ralph Sholto is a science fiction novella written in the early 1950s. The book explores themes of totalitarianism and identity through a dystopian narrative that unveils the darker aspects of an ostensibly perfect society where dissent is brutally suppressed. With a focus on the manipulation of power and the lengths individuals will go to secure their positions, the book presents a chilling exploration of the human condition under oppressive regimes. In the story, Neal Pardeau, the Director of Public Security, discovers that his Deputy, Emil Hillerman, has been compromised by the resistance leader, Karl Lenster, through the use of a lethal chemical transformation process. As the plot unfolds, Pardeau strategizes to turn Hillerman-Lenster into an unwitting informant within the government. The tension escalates as Pardeau navigates a web of deceit, betrayal, and the desire for vengeance against those who threaten the "New State." The novella culminates in a dark twist that highlights the themes of identity and power, showing how easily one can lose their own sense of self in the pursuit of control over others.
Book and edition facts
- Title: The Clean and Wholesome Land
- Author credits: Sholto, Ralph
- Catalogue language: English
Catalogue subjects
- Science fiction
- Short stories
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- Category: Novels
- Category: Science-Fiction & Fantasy
- Science Fiction
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