Description

In a near future where humanity faces extinction due to male infertility, the world has descended into a state of despair and apathy. Oxford historian Theodore Faron finds himself unexpectedly entangled with a clandestine group of dissidents who believe they hold the key to humanity's survival. As he navigates a society resigned to its fate, he must confront the moral and ethical dilemmas of a world on the brink, questioning the very nature of hope and the future of mankind. P.D. James masterfully crafts a chillingly plausible dystopia, exploring profound themes of faith, despair, and the enduring human spirit in the face of ultimate oblivion.

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paperback

Vintage

Published Jan 1, 1992

241 pages

ISBN: 9780307279903

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First Published

1992

Language

eng

Content Warnings

Content and trigger warnings for The Children of Men by P. D. James.

Death/Grief
War/Trauma