The Valley of the Masters by Charles Minor Blackford

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Author Blackford, Charles Minor
Illustrator Ritter, Bob
Title The Valley of the Masters
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Summary "The Valley of the Masters" by Charles Minor Blackford is a science fiction novel written during the early 1960s. The story explores themes of curiosity, societal stagnation, and the pursuit of knowledge in a world where progress has been forsaken. It delves into the life of the protagonist, Henry Callis, who seeks to understand the mechanisms of his society and the reasons behind the decay of their once-functioning world. The narrative follows Henry as he navigates a community of superstitious individuals who have forgotten the technology and understanding that once sustained their lives. Tiring of the ignorance that surrounds him, he embarks on a journey of discovery with Theta, a girl who admires him. As they confront the shadows of their civilization's past, they unveil the truths about the technology that their ancestors once wielded. Henry's pursuit ultimately leads him to stand against the collective apathy of his society, advocating for knowledge and urgent action to prevent their impending collapse—a struggle that resonates with the themes of empowerment and rebellion against ignorance. Through Henry's journey, the reader is prompted to consider the significance of knowledge and the dangers of complacency in the face of declining societal relations. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
Language English
LoC Class PS: Language and Literatures: American and Canadian literature
Subject Science fiction
Subject Short stories
Subject Man-woman relationships -- Fiction
Subject Regression (Civilization) -- Fiction
Subject Technology -- Fiction
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Copyright Status Public domain in the USA.
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