In the Year Ten Thousand by Will N. Harben
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"In the Year Ten Thousand" by Will N. Harben is a speculative fiction novel written in the early 20th century. The narrative provides a glimpse into a distant future, addressing themes of human evolution, societal progress, and the stark contrast between past and future civilizations. The book explores how humanity has transformed from brutal, warlike origins into a refined and intelligent society that communicates through mind-reading. The story centers around an elderly
man and a young boy who visit a museum in the year 10,000. The old man attempts to explain the concept of the "Dark Ages," revealing humanity's violent and ignorant past filled with wars and cruelty. As he shows the boy ancient books and artwork, they reflect on humanity's evolution, from primitive communication to advanced thought-telegraphy, which eradicated crime and promoted purity of mind. This journey through history prompts discussions about significant figures like Jesus Christ, the evolution of societal values, and the eventual rise of a peaceful, united world devoid of rulers. Ultimately, the narrative delves into philosophical questions about immortality and the essence of love, suggesting that true progress comes from compassion and understanding. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
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| Author | Harben, Will N. (Will Nathaniel), 1858-1919 |
|---|---|
| Editor | Flower, B. O. (Benjamin Orange), 1858-1918 |
| Title | In the Year Ten Thousand |
| Alternate Title | In the Year 10,000 |
| Alternate Title | In the Year 10000 |
| Original Publication | United States: The Arena Publishing Company,1892. |
| Credits | Roger Frank and Sue Clark |
| Reading Level | Reading ease score: 71.7 (7th grade). Fairly easy to read. |
| Language | English |
| LoC Class | PS: Language and Literatures: American and Canadian literature |
| Subject | Science fiction |
| Subject | Short stories |
| Subject | Utopias -- Fiction |
| Subject | Fathers and sons -- Fiction |
| Category | Text |
| eBook-No. | 67122 |
| ISBN (HTML) | 979-8-238-67122-2 |
| Release Date | Jan 7, 2022 |
| Last Update | Oct 18, 2024 |
| Copyright | Public domain in the USA. |
| Downloads | 500 downloads in the last 30 days. |
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