Powerless - Turtledove, Harry
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When does silent compliance with an oppressive regime become unbearable? For Charlie Simpkins, the manager of a small vegetable shop in Los Angeles' San Fernando Valley, part of the West Coast People's Democratic Republic, the breaking point comes when he is asked to display a meaningless propaganda poster in his shop window. It is a seemingly insignificant act in a lifetime of obedience. But Charlie just can't bring himself to doing it. This minor act of defiance, however, show too much independent thinking on Charlie's part, setting off a chain of escalating consequences for Charlie and his…mehr

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When does silent compliance with an oppressive regime become unbearable? For Charlie Simpkins, the manager of a small vegetable shop in Los Angeles' San Fernando Valley, part of the West Coast People's Democratic Republic, the breaking point comes when he is asked to display a meaningless propaganda poster in his shop window. It is a seemingly insignificant act in a lifetime of obedience. But Charlie just can't bring himself to doing it. This minor act of defiance, however, show too much independent thinking on Charlie's part, setting off a chain of escalating consequences for Charlie and his wife and two children. Powerless is a haunting dystopian tale of how even the smallest act of defiance can spiral into disaster in a society that demands total conformity. It serves as a chilling reminder of how easily standing up for one's principles can lead to crushing consequences, erringly echoing the challenges we face today for speaking our truth, even in societies that claim to uphold freedom. The novel is inspired by the historical model of Alexander Dubcek's "socialism with a human face" in 1968 Czechoslovakia, though a few echoes of Ukraine as well. It poignantly illustrates Charlie's increasing disillusionment and the toll that living under such a regime takes on him and his loved ones. In his search for like-minded individuals who share his dissatisfaction, Charlie's actions become more deliberate and dangerous, symbolizing the quiet acts of defiance that signify hope and resistance in a world where the powerful seek to crush any form of dissent.
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Harry Turtledove is renowned for his alternate history and historical fiction, characterized by meticulous research and imaginative 'what if' scenarios. His engaging narrative style appeals to both history buffs and speculative fiction fans. Turtledove's awards include the Hugo Award for Best Novella, the HOMer Award for Short Story, and the John Esten Cooke Award for Southern Fiction. He has won multiple Sidewise Awards for Alternate History and he was named an honorary Kentucky Colonel for his literary contributions. Publishers Weekly dubbed him the "Master of Alternate History."