Looking Backward

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Set in a utopian future, this novel follows Julian West, who falls asleep in 1887 and awakens in the year 2000 to a transformed society. He discovers a world where wealth and poverty have been eradicated, and citizens live in harmony under a planned economy. The narrative explores themes of socialism, industrialization, and the potential for human progress, as Julian grapples with the stark contrasts between his past and this new reality. Bellamy's work critiques contemporary society while envisioning a hopeful future.