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Válka s mloky
Author: Karel Čapek
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The discovery of quick-learning sea creatures opens up new economic possibilities for humanity. Yet this unusual species of newt soon becomes a test of how human civilization handles power and the dependence of others. Karel Čapek develops a science fiction premise into a satirical view of a society that sees benefits while ignoring consequences.
The novel begins with a human encounter with creatures whose abilities can be put to work at sea. Practical interest turns into a system of exploitation. The fantastic situation holds a mirror up to human behavior, self-interest, and the willingness to justify a lack of freedom because it is profitable.
Čapek's social vision goes beyond an adventure story. Economic interests, the desire for domination, and the dangers of collective blindness come to the fore. The novel will appeal to readers who look to science fiction for a chance to reflect on civilization and its values. The evolving relationship between humans and newts remains a source of tension and sharp irony.
Exploitation: Human benefit rests on the labor of a subordinate species.
Power: Inequality develops into questions of domination.
Collective responsibility: Society ignores the consequences of pursuing its own interests.
For readers of social science fiction, satire, and classic Czech literature.
Czech-language e-book published by KKnihy.cz in EPUB and MOBI.
The discovery of quick-learning sea creatures opens up new economic possibilities for humanity. Yet this unusual species of newt soon becomes a test of how human civilization handles power and the dependence of others. Karel Čapek develops a science fiction premise into a satirical view of a society that sees benefits while ignoring consequences.
Book information
- Author
- Karel Čapek
- Publisher
- KKnihy.cz
- Formát
- E-book
- Language
- Czech
- ISBN
- 978-80-880-6139-7
- Publication date
- 1. January 2015
- E-book formats
- EPUB (ISBN 978-80-880-6139-7) · MOBI (ISBN 978-80-880-6140-3)
What is Válka s mloky about?
The novel begins with a human encounter with creatures whose abilities can be put to work at sea. Practical interest turns into a system of exploitation. The fantastic situation holds a mirror up to human behavior, self-interest, and the willingness to justify a lack of freedom because it is profitable.
Čapek's social vision goes beyond an adventure story. Economic interests, the desire for domination, and the dangers of collective blindness come to the fore. The novel will appeal to readers who look to science fiction for a chance to reflect on civilization and its values. The evolving relationship between humans and newts remains a source of tension and sharp irony.
Themes and motifs
Exploitation
Human benefit rests on the labor of a subordinate species.
Power
Inequality develops into questions of domination.
Collective responsibility
Society ignores the consequences of pursuing its own interests.
Who is this book for?
For readers of social science fiction, satire, and classic Czech literature.
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What language is the e-book in?
Czech.
Which e-book formats are available?
EPUB and MOBI.
Who wrote the novel?
Karel Čapek.
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