In Erewhon, Samuel Butler brings his masterful satire and thought-provoking philosophy back to the strange and intriguing land of Erewhon.This illustrated edition adds a visual dimension to Butler's bold narrative, enhancing the experience as the protagonist returns to Erewhon after a long absence. What he finds is a society at a crossroads, mirroring the complexities and contradictions of Victorian culture, where the boundaries between humanity and machine are blurred, and the search for truth and progress leads to unexpected revelations.
As Butler explores the strange customs, laws, and moral codes of Erewhon, he expertly critiques the absurdities of modern life and the dangers of blind faith in progress. Through sharp social commentary, Erewhon Revisited challenges readers to reconsider their beliefs about society, evolution, and the nature of civilization.
With 20 beautiful illustrations that capture the essence of Erewhon's odd and compelling world, this edition invites readers to embark on a journey that questions the very foundations of humanity. Explore the captivating characters, the intricate web of Erewhon's laws, and Butler's visionary take on a future not so far from our own.
This edition also features a summary, a characters list to guide you through the narrative, and a biography of the author, giving you a deeper understanding of Butler's life and his revolutionary ideas.
| ISBN: | 9785036750082 |
| Publication date: | 29th July 2025 |
| Author: | Samuel Butler |
| Illustrator: | Micheal Smith |
| Publisher: | Micheal Smith an imprint of Syed Kamran Ameer |
| Format: | Paperback |
| Pagination: | 322 pages |
| Genres: |
Modern and Contemporary Fiction Classic fiction: general and literary |
Illustrated with 20 captivating illustrationsIncludes a detailed summaryComprehensive characters listAuthor biography of Samuel ButlerIn Erewhon, Samuel Butler brings his masterful satire and thought-provoking philosophy back to the strange and intriguing land of Erewhon.This illustrated edition adds a visual dimension to Butler's bold narrative, enhancing the experience as the protagonist returns to Erewhon after a long absence. What he finds is a society at a crossroads, mirroring the complexities and contradictions of Victorian culture, where the boundaries between humanity and machine are blurred, and the search for truth and progress leads to unexpected revelations.As Butler explores the strange customs, laws, and moral codes of Erewhon, he expertly critiques the absurdities of modern life and the dangers of blind faith in progress.
Erewhon(Illustrated) features in the following genres: Modern and Contemporary Fiction, Classic fiction: general and literary
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Erewhon(Illustrated) was written by Samuel Butler and published by Micheal Smith an imprint of Syed Kamran Ameer
Erewhon(Illustrated) has 322 pages