We (Cram Edition)

By Gregory Zilboorg and Evgenii Ivanovich Zamiatin

This XpressRead Cram Edition of We pairs the complete original text with carefully prepared study materials, designed for deeper engagement with this classic.

Yevgeny Zamyatin's "We" is a foundational work of dystopian fiction, exploring the chilling potential of a seemingly perfect, yet ultimately oppressive, utopian society. As a cornerstone of Russian literature and a precursor to later classics in the genre, "We" offers a stark warning against the dangers of totalitarianism and the suppression of individual identity.

Through a lens of early science fiction, Zamyatin constructs a world where citizens are known only by numbers, and every aspect of life is meticulously planned and controlled by the all-powerful Benefactor. This exploration of a mathematically precise and regimented society questions the true cost of happiness and security, forcing readers to confront the unsettling possibility of a world devoid of freedom and personal expression.

"We" remains a powerful and relevant examination of power, control, and the enduring human spirit's yearning for individuality, cementing its place as a critical work for anyone interested in the history and evolution of dystopian and science fiction narratives.

• Format: Paperback
• Language: English
• ISBN: 1026142148
• ISBN13: 9781026142141
• Release Date: May 2026
• Publisher: Xpresspress
• Length: 320 Pages
• Weight: 0.99 lbs.
• Dimensions: 9.2" x 0.7" x 6.1"