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H.G. Wells

The Time Machine

Like 'The Scarlet Plague', this classic work of dystopian fiction by H.G. Wells explores a future society drastically changed by catastrophe. The protagonist, an unnamed scientist, invents a time machine and travels to the year 802,701, where he encounters the Eloi and the Morlocks, two distinct races descended from humans. The novel delves into themes of class struggle, evolution, and the potential consequences of unchecked technological progress, much like London's work.

H.G. Wells

The War of the Worlds

In this influential science fiction novel, H.G. Wells once again showcases his talent for creating compelling dystopian narratives. The story follows an unnamed protagonist as he navigates an England invaded by Martians, who unleash deadly heat-rays and poisonous black smoke upon the human population. The novel shares 'The Scarlet Plague''s focus on societal collapse and the struggle for survival in the face of an unimaginable threat.

Stephen King

The Stand

This post-apocalyptic horror/fantasy novel by Stephen King tells the story of a world decimated by a superflu virus, which closely mirrors the setting of 'The Scarlet Plague'. The narrative follows a diverse group of survivors as they navigate the remnants of society and grapple with the emergence of supernatural forces. Like London's work, 'The Stand' explores themes of human perseverance and the rebuilding of society in the wake of disaster.

George R. Stewart

Earth Abides

This classic work of post-apocalyptic fiction tells the story of Isherwood Williams, one of the few survivors of a devastating pandemic. As he explores the remnants of society, he finds himself compelled to rebuild civilization from the ground up. 'Earth Abides' shares 'The Scarlet Plague''s focus on the collapse of society and the struggle to maintain humanity's legacy in the face of overwhelming tragedy.

Richard Matheson

I Am Legend

In this chilling novel, a mysterious disease has transformed the majority of humanity into vampire-like creatures, leaving Robert Neville as one of the last remaining humans. As he struggles to survive and understand the nature of the disease, he becomes both hunter and hunted. Like 'The Scarlet Plague', 'I Am Legend' explores the consequences of a world-altering catastrophe and the loneliness of isolation.

Cormac McCarthy

The Road

This Pulitzer Prize-winning novel follows an unnamed father and son as they journey through a post-apocalyptic landscape, scavenging for food and supplies while avoiding roving bands of cannibals. The novel's stark, minimalist prose and exploration of the bond between father and son resonate with the themes present in 'The Scarlet Plague'.

Pat Frank

Alas, Babylon

This Cold War-era novel tells the story of a small Florida town in the aftermath of a nuclear war. As the survivors grapple with the consequences of the attack, they must learn to work together to rebuild their community. 'Alas, Babylon' shares 'The Scarlet Plague''s focus on the collapse of society and the importance of human connection in the face of disaster.

David Brin

The Postman

In this post-apocalyptic novel, a drifter named Gordon Krantz stumbles upon the uniform of a fallen postal worker and begins impersonating a mail carrier, bringing hope and a sense of normalcy to the scattered survivors of a societal collapse. 'The Postman' shares 'The Scarlet Plague''s exploration of the power of human connection and the importance of community in rebuilding after disaster.

Peter Heller

The Dog Stars

This post-apocalyptic novel tells the story of Hig, a pilot and one of the few survivors of a flu pandemic that has wiped out most of humanity. As he navigates the remnants of society, he forms an unlikely friendship with a fellow survivor and grapples with the weight of his past. 'The Dog Stars' shares 'The Scarlet Plague''s focus on the struggle for survival and the importance of human connection in a world gone mad.