The island of anarchy: A fragment of history in the 20th century by Waterhouse
"The Island of Anarchy: A Fragment of History in the 20th Century" by Waterhouse is a historical account likely written in the late 19th century. The book explores the socio-political upheaval and resulting chaos in a fictionalized version of England, where a youthful government takes drastic measures against crime and lawlessness, culminating in the expulsion of anarchists and felons to a newly risen island. The narrative addresses themes of governance, morality, and
societal structure amidst a backdrop of anarchy and rebellion. The story begins with the portrayal of a disenchanted society marked by social disorder, leading to the establishment of a government composed solely of young individuals. This new government implements severe laws and exiles lawbreakers and anarchists to the island of Meliora, which becomes a refuge for these outcasts. As various groups settle on the island, conflicts erupt between different ideologies, leading to violence and chaos. The narrative reaches a climax with the destruction of their community by an external threat, prompting a unifying call to prayer led by a compassionate figure known simply as "Our Sister." The eventual descent into destruction raises questions about human nature, order, and the meaning of freedom, encapsulating a philosophical exploration of anarchy and communal living while providing commentary on the cyclical nature of society. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
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| Author | Waterhouse, Elizabeth, 1834-1918 |
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| Title | The island of anarchy: A fragment of history in the 20th century |
| Alternate Title | The island of anarchy: A fragment of history in the twentieth century |
| Original Publication | United Kingdom: Miss Langley, Lovejoy's Library,1887. |
| Note | Reading ease score: 62.1 (8th & 9th grade). Neither easy nor difficult to read. |
| Credits | Richard Tonsing and the Online Distributed Proofreading Team at https://www.pgdp.net (This book was produced from images made available by the HathiTrust Digital Library.) |
| Language | English |
| LoC Class | PR: Language and Literatures: English literature |
| Subject | Science fiction |
| Subject | Twentieth century -- Forecasts -- Fiction |
| Category | Text |
| EBook-No. | 69449 |
| Release Date | Nov 30, 2022 |
| Copyright Status | Public domain in the USA. |
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