Woman's World by Robert Silverberg
"Woman's World" by Robert Silverberg is a science fiction novella written in the mid-20th century. The story unfolds in a future where traditional gender roles are starkly reversed, and men are now the minority, often subservient to women in a matriarchal society. The novella explores themes of power dynamics, identity, and social roles, prompting readers to reflect on the implications of gender equality and societal structure. The narrative follows a man who
awakens from a five-century sleep in a bewildering world dominated by women. Initially captivated by the physicality and strength of the female characters, he soon realizes he is at the center of a struggle for power between the sexes. As he navigates this new reality, he encounters both rebellious masculinity and oppressive femininity, culminating in his reluctant involvement in a rebellion against the matriarchal rulers. Ultimately, the protagonist discovers that his fears about the future were largely based on misunderstanding; instead of seeking a utopia among the Amazons, he learns a valuable lesson about the importance of collaboration and understanding in relationships, choosing to embrace his life in the present rather than fantasizing about a different future. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
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| Author | Silverberg, Robert, 1935- |
|---|---|
| Title | Woman's World |
| Note | Reading ease score: 85.4 (6th grade). Easy to read. |
| Credits | Greg Weeks, Mary Meehan and the Online Distributed Proofreading Team at http://www.pgdp.net |
| Language | English |
| LoC Class | PS: Language and Literatures: American and Canadian literature |
| Subject | Science fiction |
| Subject | Short stories |
| Subject | Sex role -- Fiction |
| Category | Text |
| EBook-No. | 65447 |
| Release Date | May 26, 2021 |
| Copyright Status | Public domain in the USA. |
| Downloads | 140 downloads in the last 30 days. |
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