The Long Tomorrow
Fiction | Novel | Adult | Published in 1962
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Novel • Fiction
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Fantasy•
Science FictionUnited States • Post-apocalyptic future
1962
Adult
18+ years
In Leigh Brackett's The Long Tomorrow, individuals navigate a post-apocalyptic world where technological advancement is suppressed. Society is deeply influenced by religious beliefs, and two young protagonists seek knowledge and a rumored city of scientific progress, challenging societal norms and exploring the tension between tradition and innovation.
Mysterious
Contemplative
Challenging
Adventurous
Dark
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The Long Tomorrow by Leigh Brackett is praised for its vivid world-building and thought-provoking exploration of post-apocalyptic society. Critics commend the novel's engaging narrative and complex characters. Some readers feel the pacing is uneven, and the ending lacks resolution. Overall, it's a captivating read for fans of speculative fiction, offering both intrigue and philosophical depth.
Readers who enjoy The Long Tomorrow by Leigh Brackett are likely fans of post-apocalyptic fiction with a focus on societal rebuilding. They may appreciate similar themes in Fahrenheit 451 by Ray Bradbury and A Canticle for Leibowitz by Walter M. Miller Jr., where exploration of knowledge and its preservation is central.
3,257 ratings
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223
Novel • Fiction
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Fantasy•
Science FictionUnited States • Post-apocalyptic future
1962
Adult
18+ years
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