Empire by Clifford D. Simak
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"Empire" by Clifford D. Simak is a science fiction novel likely written in the early 1950s. The story introduces us to Spencer Chambers, a powerful figure in the Interplanetary Power company, who faces significant political tension in the Solar System, particularly around the Jovian elections. The narrative unfolds to reveal themes of economic dictatorship, power monopolization, and the consequences of unchecked ambition as Chambers views his opposition, particularly the imprisoned John Moore
Mallory, as a threat to his plans for domination. The opening of the novel quickly establishes a tense atmosphere, portraying Chambers as a shrewd strategist who contemplates the political unrest stirred by Mallory’s calls for investigation into the company’s suspicious dealings. Chambers's interactions with his associates reveal his cold, calculating nature and the ruthless measures he is willing to employ to maintain control, including silencing dissenters like Mallory. Simak also introduces intriguing scientific elements through characters like Russell Page and Gregory Manning, hinting at innovations that may challenge the established power dynamics. Overall, the beginning sets a stage ripe with intrigue and action, suggesting a story that intertwines personal ambition with broader themes of freedom and technological advancement. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
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About this eBook
| Author | Simak, Clifford D., 1904-1988 |
|---|---|
| Title | Empire |
| Credits |
Produced by Greg Weeks, Stephen Blundell and the Online Distributed Proofreading Team at www.pgdp.net |
| Reading Level | Reading ease score: 85.7 (6th grade). Easy to read. |
| Language | English |
| LoC Class | PS: Language and Literatures: American and Canadian literature |
| Subject | Science fiction |
| Category | Text |
| eBook-No. | 28215 |
| ISBN (HTML) | 979-8-238-28215-2 |
| Release Date | Feb 28, 2009 |
| Last Update | Jan 4, 2021 |
| Copyright | Public domain in the USA. |
| Downloads | 703 downloads in the last 30 days. |
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