A Sudden Shift in Power A Novel
A Sudden Shift in Power A Novel by Jason McKee, published by iUniverse on August 27, 2002, is a thought-provoking exploration of cultural conflict set in rural Pennsylvania. This 272-page novel delves into the unique struggle of an orthodox community that has resisted the conveniences of modern technology since the Industrial Revolution. As the population of suburban Philadelphia grows, the community faces new challenges with the advent of the Computer Age, forcing them to confront the implications of progress on their traditional way of life.
Readers will find a narrative that follows a young man’s journey as he seeks to break free from the isolation of his people. His experiences introduce him to the advancements of technology, creating a tension between the allure of the future and the desire to preserve the purity of the past. This edition presents a compelling look at themes of tradition, change, and the impact of technological advancements on society, making it a relevant read for those interested in fiction that examines the intersection of culture and innovation.
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A unique struggle has been taking place in rural Pennsylvania since the start of the Industrial Revolution. An orthodox, hard-working culture has refused to tap into the convenience brought about by electricity and the combustion engine. They have fought astronomical odds to retain their way of life amid the population explosion of suburban Philadelphia. They have thus far succeeded. But in the dawn of the Computer Age a new challenge is coming to light. At the center of this challenge is a young man determined to see the world and break from the isolation of his people. His journey introduces him to the technology of tomorrow, while at the same time sealing him off from the purity of the past.
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