The Syndic by C. M. Kornbluth
"The Syndic" by C. M. Kornbluth is a science fiction novel written in the mid-20th century. The story unfolds in a post-apocalyptic future where the remnants of civilization are organized under the Syndic, an organization that operates in a semi-anarchistic manner. The narrative follows Charles Orsino, a young man navigating the complexities of life within the Syndic's domain as he grapples with themes of loyalty, betrayal, and the struggle for power. Theopening of the novel introduces readers to a chaotic world marked by societal upheaval, beginning with a significant military conflict in New York City where Syndic leaders and students fortify a school against an armored regiment. As we meet Charles Orsino, a junior member of the Syndic who works as a 'bagman' for the police precinct, he faces the daily grind of his job with a mix of ambition and trepidation. The story paints a vivid picture of the complexities within the Syndic's governance and the psychological manipulation at play, setting the stage for a tale rich with intrigue and moral ambiguities as characters navigate the dangerous waters of power and loyalty within this precarious society. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
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| Author | Kornbluth, C. M. (Cyril M.), 1923-1958 |
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| Title | The Syndic |
| Series Title | Produced from Science Fiction Adventures Magazine December 1953 and March 1954 |
| Note | Wikipedia page about this book: https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/The_Syndic |
| Note | Reading ease score: 84.7 (6th grade). Easy to read. |
| Credits | Produced by Greg Weeks, Mary Meehan and the Online Distributed Proofreading Team at http://www.pgdp.net |
| Language | English |
| LoC Class | PS: Language and Literatures: American and Canadian literature |
| Subject | Science fiction |
| Subject | Political fiction |
| Category | Text |
| EBook-No. | 41714 |
| Release Date | Dec 27, 2012 |
| Copyright Status | Public domain in the USA. |
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