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That Hideous Strength by C.S. Lewis follows Dr. Ransom and his friends as they combat the evil N.I.C.E., a technocratic organization aiming to eradicate organic life. Central to the plot is Merlin, who awakens and aligns with Ransom. Mark and Jane Studdock face moral and existential challenges as the story builds to a climactic battle to save humanity. This book contains themes of human exploitation and mind control.