The Syndic: Classic Book Guide and Free Edition
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The Syndic is catalogued by Project Gutenberg with author credits for Kornbluth, C. M. (Cyril M.) (1923–1958).
Catalogue synopsis
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"The Syndic" by C. M. Kornbluth is a science fiction novel published in 1953. In a future North America, rival criminal gangs have overthrown the federal government and divided the continent between them. Charles Orsino, a low-ranking protection money collector for the Syndic, volunteers to go undercover and infiltrate the exiled government after a failed assassination attempt. His dangerous mission will force him to question everything about the society he serves and what it means to govern.
Book and edition facts
- Title: The Syndic
- Author credits: Kornbluth, C. M. (Cyril M.) (1923–1958)
- Catalogue language: English
Catalogue subjects
- Political fiction
- Science fiction
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- Category: Novels
- Category: Science-Fiction & Fantasy
- Science Fiction
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