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Leiber, Fritz
1910
1992
Leiber, Fritz Reuter
Engle, Robert
1928
Engle, Robert V.
Engel, Robert V.
Engle, Robert J.
Friends and Enemies
$aUnited States :$bRoyal Publications, Inc,$c1957.
Produced from Infinity, April 1957
Greg Weeks, Mary Meehan and the Online Distributed Proofreading Team at http://www.pgdp.net
"Friends and Enemies" by Fritz Leiber is a science fiction novel written in the mid-20th century, specifically around the 1950s. The story explores the conflict between artistic and scientific perspectives in a post-apocalyptic world ravaged by war and dominated by oppressive figures. The narrative delves into themes of creativity, intellect, and the societal implications of technology. The plot follows two professors, Madson, a poet and self-proclaimed enemy of science, and Ellenby, a physicist, who are expelled from their safe haven in Ozona College for their intellectual pursuits and differing philosophies. They embark on a journey to the city of New Angeles, encountering various challenges along the way, including hostile forces and toxic environments. Their travels lead them to a fateful earthquake that recontextualizes their conflict, showcasing the destructive capabilities of nature versus the consequences of human technological advancements. Ultimately, the story raises questions about humanity, creativity, and the role of science, leaving readers to ponder the balance between art and intellect in a chaotic world. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
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1957
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Reading ease score: 85.3 (6th grade). Easy to read.
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Science fiction
Short stories
California -- Fiction
College teachers -- Fiction
Apocalyptic fiction
Art and science -- Fiction
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