A Plague of Pythons
A Plague of Pythons by Frederik Pohl is a thought-provoking work of fiction published by Penguin in 1973. This First UK Paperback Edition spans 169 pages and is presented in English. The narrative unfolds in a world gripped by fear, where individuals are suddenly possessed by a brutal force, leading to chaos and destruction. The protagonist, Chandler, finds himself caught in this turmoil, experiencing both victimhood and the role of executioner as he grapples with the violent actions he has taken under this strange domination.
Readers will encounter a chilling exploration of power and control as Chandler navigates a shattered world, questioning the nature of humanity and the influence of external forces. The story delves into themes of fear and survival, as Chandler confronts the reality of being both a perpetrator and a victim. With its focus on the psychological and societal impacts of this mysterious phenomenon, A Plague of Pythons offers a unique perspective on the fragility of freedom and the human condition in the face of overwhelming odds.
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On Christmas the world’s freedom died. Every man, woman and child lay in the grip of fear, for no one knew at what moment his nearest friend or a casual stranger might suddenly be possessed by some brutal mind … and begin to murder and destroy. For Chandler it was worse than for most. He was both victim and executioner. He had suffered himself, and he had committed a violent crime while under the strange domination. Accusing of hoaxing he was driven from his home. He wandered the world and found it smashed like a spoiled child’s plaything – now Chandler was in the very presence of the destroyers! But what could one person do against such power? – the power of gods!
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