Cold War Stories

Focusing on mainstream British dystopian fiction during the Cold War, this comprehensive study analyzes over 200 works to reveal how authors depicted the era's geopolitical tensions and societal anxieties. Key themes include autocracy, militarism, and the decline of Britain's global influence, alongside a critique of the diminishing status of intellectual culture. Featuring notable writers like George Orwell and Doris Lessing, the book also incorporates discussions of relevant science-fiction novels, appealing to a broad audience of literary scholars and students.