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Hugh Farnham was a practical, self-made man and when he saw the clouds of nuclear war gathering, he built a bomb shelter under his house. What he hadn't expected was that when the apocalypse came, a thermonuclear blast would tear apart the fabric of time and hurl his shelter into a world with no sign of other human beings.
Farnham's Freehold: content & age rating
Intended for adult readers (18+).
This classic Heinlein novel contains mature themes including slavery, racism, sexual content, and nuclear war aftermath. The controversial premise and dated social attitudes require adult context.
What to know going in
This book has moderate violence, moderate sexual content, and mild language. Content notes include sexual assault, slavery, and captivity (see the full list above).
Who'll love this
Adult readers interested in classic science fiction exploration of civilization collapse and time travel will find Heinlein's thought-provoking survival tale compelling despite its controversial elements.