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Looking Backward 2000-1887

Edward Bellamy's science fiction novel depicts a future society that has evolved into a utopian community, as seen through the eyes of a man who travels back in time to the year 1887. The story delves into the political, social, and economic changes that have transformed society, offering a critical view of the 19th century from a futuristic standpoint. more

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Edward Bellamy
Edward Bellamy

Edward Bellamy was an American author best known for his utopian novel 'Looking Backward', which had a profound impact on socialist thought in the late 19th century. more

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