![]() ![]() ![]() I understand it is considered a failed experiment by hardcore Trollope fans (and it is certainly different than the only other of his novels that. An unexpected science-fictional satire on euthanasia. Other Information: Illustrations, black and whiteÄimensions: 22.8 x 16.2 x 1.4 centimeters (0. Review: The Fixed Period User Review - Ejl - Goodreads. Published: United States, 16 December 2012 What happens when the first and oldest man reaches the end of his "Fixed Period" and must prepare for his "humane" death is a fascinating study of moral and social impossibility. ![]() In Britannula, a law has been passed decreeing that all citizens who have reached the age of 67 must be removed to "The College" to undergo euthanasia, for the good of society. In this amazing visionary work by the British Victorian master of social mores and relationships, Britannula is an imaginary "futuristic" island country and a one-time British colony near New Zealand, and the story is narrated by the President. It is part utopia, part dystopia, part dark satire, with overtones of modern "steampunk" and quaint technological devices. ![]() Pickering & Chatto Publishers is responsible for distributing to libraries and their. THE FIXED PERIOD (1882) by Anthony Trollope is an unusual early science fiction novel, originally published anonymously. This title is published by the Trollope Society. ![]()
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