The Peter Pan Syndrome
The Peter Pan Syndrome by Gillian Lyden, published by Xlibris Corporation LLC in March 2010, presents a thought-provoking narrative set in a future where governments regulate human lifespan through genetic control. This 94-page work explores the implications of such a society, where civilization is largely confined to domes with artificial weather systems, and health is managed by altering individuals’ genes. The story follows the experiences of the Stone family, particularly Katie and Ian, along with their children, Michael and Sarah, as they navigate the complexities of life under Gene Control.
Readers will encounter a blend of humor and science fiction as the narrative delves into themes of freedom and rebellion against a controlled existence. The setting contrasts the artificial comforts of the domes with the untamed reality of the “Outside,” where nature thrives without regulation. The book also touches on the desires of children who wish to remain in their youthful state, raising questions about identity and autonomy. Through its interactive adventures, The Peter Pan Syndrome invites readers to reflect on the balance between safety and freedom in a genetically manipulated world.
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Thinking about the recent discoveries about genetics, I wondered what it might be like if governments decided to control how long we should live. The aspect I chose is about increasing our lifespan (but I know there is another side to this which is rather more sinister!) My story is set in the future, where Gene Control apparently sets the ground rules in every country and civilisation in most areas is confined to huge domes with artificial weather systems. Health both physical and mental is dealt with by the Government of each civilisation if necessary by altering peoples’ genes. Should anything go wrong with genetic interference, it is not unusual for people to disappear. There are rebels, who hate being controlled. Some have escaped to Outside’, where plants grow uncontrolled and which is thought to be lawless, backward and uncivilised. However, a majority of residents love the controlled weather system, which never interferes with pleasurable activities (it rains only at night!); has a moon, sun and stars which appear to revolve around the system, a crop-growing facility and farming including horses, cows, poultry, orchards etc. People can live as long as they like for hundreds of years if desired and children can stay as children for as long as they (and their parents) wish. There are robots for servants; there is an education system and hospitals etc., etc. everything you could wish for! However, not everyone is happy with the situation the children in particular. The story is about one family in particular, Katie and Ian Stone, their children, Michael and Sarah and their experiences in (and out of) Gene Control.
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