Vox by Christina Dalcher
In a dystopian future where women are limited to speaking only 100 words per day, the protagonist, Dr. Jean McClellan, grapples with the oppressive regime that enforces this restriction. As a former cognitive linguist, Jean is forced to confront the loss of her voice and autonomy while navigating the challenges of family life under such constraints. When the government seeks her expertise to develop a cure for a language disorder affecting the president's brother, Jean sees an opportunity to fight back against the system. The novel explores themes of power, resistance, and the importance of language and communication in the struggle for freedom and equality.
- Published
- 2018
- Nationality
- American
- Length
- Medium
- Pages
- 300-400
- Original Language
- English
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(2.5)
- Alternate Titles
- None
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