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_aLee, Stanley R., _d-1997 |
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| 245 | 1 | 2 | _aA Fall of Glass |
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_aSalt Lake City, UT : _bProject Gutenberg, _c2016 |
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| 490 | 1 | _aProduced from Galaxy Magazine October 1960 | |
| 500 | _aRelease date is 2016-03-31 | ||
| 508 | _aProduced by Greg Weeks, Mary Meehan and the Online Distributed Proofreading Team at http://www.pgdp.net | ||
| 520 | _a"A Fall of Glass" by Stanley R. Lee is a science fiction novel written in the mid-20th century. Set in a domed city characterized by its meticulously controlled environment, the story explores themes of conformity, eccentricity, and the human yearning for freedom. The narrative follows the protagonist, Humphrey Fownes, whose peculiar habits make him both a target for government scrutiny and a figure of intrigue. The story revolves around Humphrey Fownes, whose distracted nature leads him to unwittingly become a victim of a series of pickpocketing incidents. As he navigates life within his tightly regulated city, he grapples with feelings of isolation and a desire for connection, particularly with a widow named Mrs. Deshazaway. Fownes' eccentricities culminate in his discovery of a strange phenomenon within his home that manifests as a chaotic and magical storm, suggesting the potential for escape beyond the confines of the dome. Throughout the narrative, themes of love, the absurdity of societal norms, and the quest for authenticity and freedom starkly contrast the rigid control of their environment, ultimately leading to a dramatic climax where Fownes' longing for liberation is put to the test. (This is an automatically generated summary.) | ||
| 534 | _nOriginal publication data not identified | ||
| 653 | _aScience fiction | ||
| 653 | _aShort stories | ||
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_aDillon, Diane, _d1933- |
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_aDillon, Leo, _d1933-2012 |
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| 830 | 0 | _aProduced from Galaxy Magazine October 1960 | |
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