The Status Civilization

The Status Civilization - Paperback

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The Status Civilization

The Status Civilization - Paperback

by Robert Sheckley
$25.85
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by Robert Sheckley (Author)

Step into a world turned upside down in Robert Sheckley's thought-provoking science fiction satire, "The Status Civilization." This classic explores a society where crime is not only tolerated, but rewarded, and status is determined by one's ability to commit the most outrageous offenses.

Sheckley, a master of satirical science fiction, crafts a darkly humorous and unsettling vision of a warped utopia. This timeless tale challenges our perceptions of justice, morality, and the very fabric of civilization. "The Status Civilization" is a compelling and enduring work of social satire that continues to resonate with readers, prompting reflection on the nature of power and the consequences of societal values gone awry. A must-read for fans of classic science fiction and sharp wit.

This work has been selected by scholars as being culturally important, and is part of the knowledge base of civilization as we know it.

This work is in the public domain in the United States of America, and possibly other nations. Within the United States, you may freely copy and distribute this work, as no entity (individual or corporate) has a copyright on the body of the work.

Scholars believe, and we concur, that this work is important enough to be preserved, reproduced, and made generally available to the public. We appreciate your support of the preservation process, and thank you for being an important part of keeping this knowledge alive and relevant.

Number of Pages: 134
Dimensions: 0.29 x 9.21 x 6.14 IN
Publication Date: March 28, 2025
ISBN9781023103909
Author Robert Sheckley
PublisherAnson Street Press
GenreLiterature
FormatPaperback
PublishedMarch 2025
LanguageENG- English
Pages134
Weight1.0 lb
Target AudienceAdults
Print SizeStandard Print

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About Robert Sheckley

Robert Sheckley was a prolific short story writer beginning in 1952 with titles including "Specialist", "Pilgrimage to Earth", "Warm", "The Prize of Peril", and "Seventh Victim", collected in volumes from Untouched by Human Hands (1954) to Is That What People Do? (1984) and a five-volume set of Collected Stories (1991). His first novel, Immortality, Inc. (1958), was followed by The Status Civilization (1960), Journey Beyond Tomorrow (1962), Mindswap (1966), and several others. Sheckley served as fiction editor for Omni magazine from January 1980 through September 1981, and was named Author Emeritus by the Science Fiction and Fantasy Writers of America in 2001.

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