02270cam a22003373u 4500 33549 UtSlPG 20260610133750.0 m cr n 260607r2010||||utu|||||o|||||||||||||| d 06002286 UtSlPG en iso639-1 HX Tarde, Gabriel de, 1843-1904 Underground Man Salt Lake City, UT : Project Gutenberg, 2010 1 online resource : multiple file formats text txt rdacontent computer c rdamedia online resource cr rdacarrier Release date is 2010-08-27 Produced by Christine Bell and Marc D'Hooghe "Underground Man" by Gabriel de Tarde is a novel written during the late 19th century. This intriguing work explores the human condition through a speculative narrative set in a future world where civilization collapses due to a catastrophic solar event, forcing humanity to live in underground cities. The text introduces various compelling ideas around society, psychology, and the role of art and beauty in a transformed world. At the start of "Underground Man," the author sets the stage in a bleak future where humanity faces an impending environmental crisis caused by the weakening of the sun. The narrative begins with a summary of the past political and social achievements of humanity, leading into the catastrophic climate changes that ensue. The protagonist, Miltiades, rises to prominence as a leader who aims to save the remnants of civilized humanity by proposing a return to an underground existence. His passionate speech captures the desperate hope for survival while navigating the chaos and destruction above ground. Through Tarde's blend of speculative fiction and philosophical musings, the opening hints at deeper reflections on the nature of society, progress, and the essence of humanity itself. (This is an automatically generated summary.) Original publication data not identified Civilization, Modern Wells, H. G. (Herbert George), 1866-1946 Brereton, Cloudesley, 1863-1937 https://www.gutenberg.org/ebooks/33549 74395 74395