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Set in a dystopian 26th century, the story follows mathematician D-503, who documents his experiences while overseeing the construction of a spaceship for a strictly governed city-state devoid of individual freedom. In a world where citizens are identified by numbers, D-503's life takes a turn when he encounters the rebellious I-330, igniting a forbidden love that reveals his suppressed individuality. This narrative critiques enforced conformity and totalitarianism, showcasing Zamyatin's profound commentary on the human spirit and the struggle for personal identity.
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WE (Heathen Edition), Jewgeni Iwanowitsch Samjatin
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- 2024
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- Title
- WE (Heathen Edition)
- Language
- English
- Authors
- Jewgeni Iwanowitsch Samjatin
- Publisher
- Heathen Editions
- Released
- 2024
- Format
- Hardcover
- Pages
- 232
- ISBN13
- 9781963228533
- Series
- Tags
- Fiction, Sci-Fi, Classics, Gifts for men, Russia, Adapted for Film, Dystopia, Russian Literature, Satire, Freedom, Utopia, Dictatorship, Totalitarianism, Humorous Sci-Fi, Totalitarian State, Fictional Diaries
- First published
- 1920
- Original title
- Мы (My)
- Rating
- 3.9 out of 5
- Description
- Set in a dystopian 26th century, the story follows mathematician D-503, who documents his experiences while overseeing the construction of a spaceship for a strictly governed city-state devoid of individual freedom. In a world where citizens are identified by numbers, D-503's life takes a turn when he encounters the rebellious I-330, igniting a forbidden love that reveals his suppressed individuality. This narrative critiques enforced conformity and totalitarianism, showcasing Zamyatin's profound commentary on the human spirit and the struggle for personal identity.