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Past Master

86

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8 ratings

1968 · R. A. Lafferty

Genresfantasyscience fiction

Category averages

Plot85
Characters84
Writing88
Pacing88
Originality83
Impact90
Category averages — Plot 85, Characters 84, Writing 88, Pacing 88, Originality 83, Impact 90Plot 85Characters 84Writing 88Pacing 88Originality 83Impact 90

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Synopsis

Past Master is a science fiction novel by American writer R. A. Lafferty, first published in 1968. The novel follows the attempt of a future Utopian society in preventing its decline, by bringing Sir Thomas More to the year 2535. The novel was well received by critics, and was nominated for the 1968 Nebula Award and the 1969 Hugo Award. It is generally categorized as part of the New Wave of science fiction.

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Details

Type
Book
Release date
January 1, 1968
Genres
fantasy, science fiction
Created by
R. A. Lafferty
Countries
United States