Looking Backward

By Olney H. Richmond

Book Overview

Looking Backward is a science fiction novel written by Edward Bellamy in 1888 that imagines a utopian society in the year 2000. This particular edition of the book is edited by Olney H. Richmond and includes an introduction and notes by the editor. The story follows Julian West, a wealthy young man who falls into a hypnotic trance in 1887 and wakes up in the year 2000 to find that the world has drastically changed. In this new society, all people are equal and work for the common good, and there is no poverty, crime, or war. The book explores themes of social and economic reform, as well as the role of technology in society. The editor's notes provide historical context and analysis of the novel's themes and ideas. Overall, Looking Backward is a thought-provoking and influential work of science fiction that continues to be read and studied today.THIS 22 PAGE ARTICLE WAS EXTRACTED FROM THE BOOK: Temple Lectures of the Order of the Magi, by Olney H. Richmond. To purchase the entire book, please order ISBN 1564598012.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.

• Format: Paperback
• Language: English
• ISBN: 1430420316
• ISBN13: 9781430420316
• Release Date: September 2006
• Publisher: Kessinger Publishing
• Length: 24 Pages
• Weight: 0.22 lbs.
• Dimensions: 0.1" x 8.5" x 11.0"