Shadow of the Mothaship by Cory Doctorow
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"Shadow of the Mothaship" by Cory Doctorow is a science fiction short story included in his collection "A Place So Foreign and Eight More," published in the early 2000s. The narrative unfolds in a futuristic society that wrestles with the aftermath of an alien visitation and the subsequent disappearance of adults from a suburban neighborhood, leaving behind a younger generation grappling with chaos and disillusionment. It explores themes of identity, authority, and
rebellion within a darkly imaginative setting. The story follows Maxes Fuentes, a 22-year-old protagonist whose parents have been taken aboard a mysterious mothership along with other "Processors," a group dedicated to ushering humanity into a form of enlightenment. The tale juxtaposes Maxes' rebellious, often reckless antics against the bleakness of a world where adults have abandoned their responsibilities. With his parents gone, Maxes engages in outlandish escapades, such as attempting to fly his family's home like a kite. Through interactions with various eccentric characters, including a dubious vendor named Stude and fellow neighborhood residents, Maxes attempts to redefine his existence in a world turned upside down. Ultimately, the story’s climax culminates in a defiant act against the very structures that once defined his existence, raising questions about autonomy and the consequences of societal expectations. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
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| Author | Doctorow, Cory, 1971- |
|---|---|
| Title | Shadow of the Mothaship |
| Reading Level | Reading ease score: 71.5 (7th grade). Fairly easy to read. |
| Language | English |
| LoC Class | PS: Language and Literatures: American and Canadian literature |
| Subject | Science fiction |
| Category | Text |
| eBook-No. | 17029 |
| Release Date | Nov 20, 2005 |
| Last Update | Dec 12, 2020 |
| Copyright | Copyrighted. Read the copyright notice inside this book for details. |
| Downloads | 423 downloads in the last 30 days. |
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