Last and First Men by Olaf Stapledon

Last and First Men

Olaf Stapledon

307 pages • first pub 1930 (editions)

fiction classics philosophy science fiction adventurous challenging dark slow-paced
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One of the most extraordinary, imaginative and ambitious novels of the century: a history of the evolution of humankind over the next 2 billion years.Among all science fiction writers Olaf Stapledon stands alone for the sheer scope and ambition of...

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Community Reviews Summary of 358 reviews

Moods

reflective 76%
challenging 57%
inspiring 42%
adventurous 34%
dark 30%
hopeful 26%
mysterious 23%
informative 19%
sad 15%
emotional 11%
funny 7%
relaxing 7%

Pace

slow 76%
medium 16%
fast 8%

Plot- or character-driven?

Plot: 74% | N/A: 18% | Character: 3% | A mix: 3%

Strong character development?

No: 56% | N/A: 36% | It's complicated: 4% | Yes: 4%

Loveable characters?

N/A: 62% | No: 16% | It's complicated: 16% | Yes: 4%

Diverse cast of characters?

N/A: 40% | Yes: 36% | It's complicated: 13% | No: 9%

Flaws of characters a main focus?

No: 29% | N/A: 29% | It's complicated: 20% | Yes: 20%

Average rating

3.61

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