Books

This list of books are ONLY the books that have been ranked on the lists that are aggregated on this site. This is not a comprehensive list of all books by this author.

1. 1. The Day of the Triffids

   

   In this post-apocalyptic novel, the majority of the world's population is blinded by a comet shower, leaving society vulnerable to the Triffids - venomous, mobile plants that were previously farmed for their oil. The protagonist, who retains his sight after being hospitalized during the comet shower, must navigate this new world, dealing with the Triffids and the desperate remnants of humanity. The novel explores themes of survival, adaptation, and the inherent fragility of civilization.

   The 714th Greatest Book of All Time

2. 2. The Midwich Cuckoos

   

   In a small English village, an inexplicable event causes everyone within its boundaries to fall unconscious for an entire day. When they awaken, it's discovered that all women of childbearing age are pregnant, and the children born from these pregnancies are eerily identical with golden eyes and telepathic abilities. As these children grow, their collective power increases, causing fear and tension among the villagers. The narrative explores themes of fear of the unknown, societal norms, and the power dynamics between adults and children.

   The 825th Greatest Book of All Time

3. 3. The Chrysalids

   

   "The Chrysalids" is a captivating science fiction novel set in a post-apocalyptic world where the inhabitants of a small community strictly adhere to a religious doctrine that condemns any form of mutation or deviation. The story follows a young boy named David, who possesses telepathic abilities that he must conceal to avoid persecution. As David grows older, he becomes increasingly aware of the intolerance and hypocrisy of his society, leading him to question the rigid beliefs he has been raised with and ultimately embark on a dangerous journey to find acceptance and understanding.

   The 5454th Greatest Book of All Time

4. 4. Chocky

   

   The story revolves around a young boy named Matthew who begins to exhibit unusual behavior and claims to be communicating with an invisible entity named Chocky. As his parents grow concerned about his mental health, it becomes apparent that Chocky is an extraterrestrial intelligence exploring Earth through Matthew. The novel explores themes of communication, understanding, and the challenges of accepting the unknown, as Matthew's family grapples with the implications of Chocky's presence and the broader questions it raises about humanity's place in the universe.