After Tomorrow (1895) - Robert Smythe Hichens - Bog

After Tomorrow is a science fiction novel written by Robert Smythe Hichens and first published in 1895. The story is set in the year 1906 and depicts a dystopian future in which London has been destroyed by a massive earthquake, leaving the city in ruins and its inhabitants struggling to survive.The novel follows the journey of two main characters, a young couple named Gerald and Norah, as they navigate the post-apocalyptic world and try to find safety and security. Along the way, they encounter a variety of other survivors, including a group of wealthy and powerful individuals who have managed to rebuild their lives in a secluded location.As the story unfolds, the characters must confront a range of challenges and dangers, including food shortages, disease outbreaks, and violent conflicts between rival groups. They also grapple with ethical questions about the nature of power and authority, as well as the responsibilities that come with rebuilding a shattered society.Despite its age, After Tomorrow remains a compelling and thought-provoking work of science fiction that explores timeless themes of survival, resilience, and human nature.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.