What does Brown
(2001) identify as the central themes and concerns of the novel? What elements
conform to the wider generic features of
SF?
SF?
Brown (2001)
describes power as a central theme. Brown (2001) discusses how power used
within the novel creates concern within the novel. Beginning with the power
struggle within the Nazi stronghold and then the introduction of I Ching. The
struggle between Eastern and Western ideology creates conflict. Brown (2001)
states that in comparison to previous novels written by Philip K. Dick, Man In The High Castle is less surreal than
his previous work indicating there aren’t many of the stereotypical elements of
science fiction included.
References:
Brown, E. (2001). Introduction. In Dick, P. K. The man in the High Castle (p.v - xii). London: Penguin
Dick, P.K. (2001; 1962). The Man in the High Castle. London: Penguin
Hi Ema. As you know, this is only 120 words. So it wont receive a very high mark. A pity, because it started well.
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