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Norman Spinrad
The Iron Dream
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"The Iron Dream" by Norman Spinrad is a thought-provoking and disturbing work of speculative fiction that explores the darker side of human nature and the potential consequences of unchecked power and ambition. The novel is presented as the fictional manuscript of an alternate-universe Adolf Hitler, who, after failing to become a successful artist in 1920s Vienna, emigrates to the United States and becomes a successful science fiction writer. The manuscript, titled "Lord of the Swastika," is a pulp-style adventure story set in a post-apocalyptic world ruled by mutant barbarians, in which a hero named Feric Jaggar rises to power and leads a crusade to "purify" the world of its impurities. Spinrad's use of the alternate-universe device allows him to explore the roots of fascism and totalitarianism in a unique and unsettling way. The novel is a critique of the power of propaganda, the allure of charismatic leaders, and the dangers of unchecked nationalism and racism. It also serves as a reminder of the importance of individual freedom, tolerance, and critical thinking. "The Iron Dream" is not an easy or comfortable read, but it is a powerful and thought-provoking one. Spinrad's writing is sharp and incisive, and the novel is packed with vivid imagery and memorable characters. It is a work that will challenge readers to confront their own assumptions and biases, and to consider the potential consequences of their actions and beliefs. Overall, "The Iron Dream" is a masterful work of speculative fiction that offers a unique and unsettling perspective on the nature of power, ambition, and the human condition. It is a novel that will stay with readers long after they have turned the final page...
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