Kallocain by Karin Boye

This dystopian novel presents a totalitarian world where the government exercises complete control over its citizens' lives, even their thoughts. The protagonist, a loyal soldier, invents a truth serum named Kallocain, which the government uses to extract citizens' innermost secrets. As the story unfolds, the protagonist begins to question the morality of his invention and the regime he serves, leading to a deep personal crisis. The book explores themes of individual freedom, privacy, and the dehumanizing effects of totalitarianism.

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Published
1940
Nationality
Swedish
Length
Short
Pages
200-250
Original Language
Swedish
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(4.0)
Alternate Titles
- Kallocaine
- Kallocaína
- Kallokain

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