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The Purple Cloud
Paperback
ISBN13: 9781023062190
Publisher: Anson Street Press
Published: Mar 28 2025
Pages: 192
Weight: 0.61
Height: 0.41 Width: 6.14 Depth: 9.21
Language: English
In M. P. Shiel's apocalyptic fantasy, The Purple Cloud, the world as we know it ends. This post-apocalyptic vision explores themes of survival and isolation in a desolate landscape. Categorized as dystopian fiction and a cornerstone of science fiction, the novel presents a haunting scenario of a world irrevocably changed.
The Purple Cloud depicts a world where humanity teeters on the brink. As one of the last survivors, the protagonist faces the daunting task of rebuilding civilization amidst the ruins of the old. This classic tale resonates with its exploration of human resilience and the enduring spirit in the face of unimaginable loss. A cornerstone of apocalyptic fantasies, this meticulously prepared print edition offers readers a timeless journey into a world stripped bare, forcing us to confront fundamental questions about existence and the future of humankind.This work has been selected by scholars as being culturally important, and is part of the knowledge base of civilization as we know it.
This work is in the public domain in the United States of America, and possibly other nations. Within the United States, you may freely copy and distribute this work, as no entity (individual or corporate) has a copyright on the body of the work.
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