Deluce

By S Fowler Wright

"Deluce" is a seminal work of speculative fiction that explores the terrifying consequences of a global cataclysm. Set in a world where a sudden geological shift causes the vast majority of the Earth's landmass to sink beneath the rising oceans, the narrative follows the survivors as they navigate a landscape stripped of modern civilization and its comforts. Central to the story is the struggle of individuals who must contend with the harsh realities of a lawless new world where the survival of the fittest is the only remaining rule.

Through vivid imagery and intense psychological drama, the work examines the breakdown of social hierarchies and the primal instincts that emerge in the face of total destruction. As the remnants of humanity struggle to establish a new order amidst the chaos, the novel probes deep questions about morality, governance, and the endurance of human relationships. Wright's vision of a world transformed into a scattered archipelago remains a haunting and influential depiction of environmental disaster and societal collapse. This classic of early science fiction offers a compelling look at the fragility of our world and the resilience of the human spirit when pushed to the absolute brink.

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• Format: Hardcover
• Language: English
• ISBN: 102559181X
• ISBN13: 9781025591810
• Release Date: February 2026
• Publisher: Tradd Street Press
• Length: 406 Pages
• Weight: 1.64 lbs.
• Dimensions: 0.9" x 6.1" x 9.2"