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"Written in 1890, at the close of William Morris's most intense period of political activism, News from Nowhere is a compelling articulation of his mature views on art, work, community, family, and the nature and structure of the ideal society. A utopian narrative of a future society, it is also an immensely entertaining novel.". "This Broadview edition includes a wide variety of contextualizing documents, including portions of Morris's essays, lectures, and journalism; excerpts from precursor utopian texts; writings on Bloody Sunday, art, work, and revolution; and contemporary reviews."--BOOK JACKET.
Is News from Nowhere, or An Epoch of Rest appropriate for my child?
Suitable for most readers 16 and up.
A Victorian-era utopian fantasy with no violence, sexuality, or profanity. Dense philosophical discussions about art, labor, and social structure make this better suited for mature readers interested in political theory and social commentary.
What to know going in
This book has no graphic violence, no sexual content, and clean language.
Who'll love this
Older teens interested in political philosophy and imagining ideal societies will find thought-provoking ideas about work, art, and community.