The Chrysalids
The Chrysalids is a dystopian work by John Wyndham, published in 1955. The Dystopia Index files it under post-apocalyptic collapse, tracing documented themes of ecological collapse. This entry links the book to its subgenres, themes, related titles, and where to read or borrow it.
| Author | John Wyndham |
|---|---|
| First published | 1955 |
| ISBN-13 | 9780748702794 |
| Source | Wikipedia · Wikidata · Open Library |
About this entry
The Chrysalids is a 1950s dystopia by John Wyndham. It is first published in United Kingdom and originally written in English. Within this directory it sits among post-apocalyptic collapse, surfacing ecological collapse. Library catalogues index it under subjects including fiction, science fiction, post-apocolyptic life, mutation (biology), telepathy, and fiction / dystopian. The edition on file runs about 112 pages and carries ISBN 9780748702794. See the linked Wikipedia entry for full plot detail and critical history; classifications here are editorial and marked unreviewed.
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Frequently asked
When was The Chrysalids published?
The Chrysalids was first published in 1955.
Who wrote The Chrysalids?
The Chrysalids was written by John Wyndham.
What kind of dystopia is The Chrysalids?
The Dystopia Index classifies it under Post-apocalyptic, with themes of Ecological collapse. These are editorial classifications, not the publisher's.
What is the ISBN of The Chrysalids?
A catalogued edition of The Chrysalids carries ISBN-13 9780748702794.
