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A communist society on Mars, the Russian revolution, and class struggle on two planets is the subject of this arresting science fiction novel by Alexander Bogdanov (1873–1928), one of the early organizers and prophets of the Russian Bolshevik party. The red star is Mars, but it is also the dream set to paper of the society that could emerge on earth after the dual victory of the socialist and scientific-technical revolutions. While portraying a harmonious and rational socialist society, Bogdanov sketches out the problems that will face industrialized nations, whether socialist or capitalist.
Is Red Star appropriate for my child?
Suitable for most readers 16 and up.
A philosophical science fiction novel exploring socialist ideals through a Martian utopia, with moderate themes of revolution and class struggle. Intellectual and political in nature, with minimal violence and no sexual content.
What to know going in
This book has moderate violence, no sexual content, and clean language. Content notes include class struggle and political violence.
Who'll love this
Older teens interested in political philosophy and early science fiction will find this a thought-provoking exploration of socialist ideals.