Erewhon by Samuel Butler
or, Over the Range
"Erewhon" is a satirical novel set in a fictional country discovered by the protagonist during his exploration. The society in this country is unusual, where illness is considered a crime, crime is treated as a disease, and machines are feared for their potential to evolve and overtake humanity. The book uses this bizarre world to critique various aspects of Victorian society, including religion, morality, and the industrial revolution.
The 1005th greatest book of all time
- Published
- 1872
- Nationality
- British
- Length
- Short
- Pages
- 200-300
- Words
- 78,912
- Original Language
- English
- Alternate Titles
- None
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This book is on the following 4 lists:
- 269th on Fantasy and Horror: A Critical and Historical Guide (Book)
- 1001 Books You Must Read Before You Die (The Book)
- Harold Bloom's The Western Canon (The Western Canon (Book) by Harold Bloom)
- 1000 Novels Everyone Must Read (The Guardian)