The Moon is a Harsh Mistress by Robert A. Heinlein
In the late 21st century, the moon has become a penal colony where the inhabitants, known as "Loonies", live under harsh conditions and are exploited by the Earth's government. A supercomputer named Mike, a one-armed computer technician named Mannie, and a revolutionary named Wyoming Knott lead an uprising against the Earth's oppressive rule. With Mike's intelligence, Mannie's technical skills, and Wyoming's charisma, they successfully instigate a rebellion, navigating political intrigue, military strategy, and complex human relationships along the way.
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- Published
- 1966
- Nationality
- American
- Length
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- Pages
- 300-400
- Original Language
- English
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- 15th on The Modern Library's 100 Best Novels: The Readers' List (The Modern Library)
- 34th on Top 100 Science-Fiction, Fantasy Books (NPR)
- 34th on Top 200 Science Fiction Books (Pre-2000) (Sci-Fi Lists)
- 72nd on In Which These Are the 100 Greatest Novels (ThisRecording.com)
- 76th on The 100 Greatest Novels (greatbooksguide.com)
- 2217th on Our Users' Honorable Mention Favorite Books of All Time (The Greatest Books Users)
- 50 Sci-Fi/Fantasy Novels That Everyone Should Read (Flavor Wire)
- Hugo Award for Best Novel (Hugo Awards)
- The 100 Best Science Fiction Books of All Time (Tor)