The Fixed Period V1 - Anthony Trollope - Bog

""The Fixed Period V1: A Novel"" is a science fiction novel written by Anthony Trollope and published in 1882. The novel is set on the fictional island of Britannula, located in the Pacific Ocean, and follows the story of a society that has implemented a mandatory euthanasia policy for its citizens at the age of 67. The protagonist, President John Neverbend, is faced with the task of enforcing this policy while also grappling with his own personal beliefs and the objections of his wife and others in the community. The novel explores themes of aging, mortality, and the role of government in controlling the lives of its citizens. Trollope's work was ahead of its time in its exploration of these issues and remains a thought-provoking read for contemporary audiences.In Two Volumes.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.