by David Brin
An interesting premise for this sci-fi work, a world where women are in control and men are second rate citizens.
The question in such a scenario is "would such a world be a better,
more peaceful place?" Brin paints a highly detailed picture
incorporating cloning, pastoralism and outside influence (in the form of
a visitor from space). The conclusion seems to be that such a world
would look more peaceful externally, but would still be fraught with
inner tensions. It also makes a case for neither male nor female
domination of the other, but of a partnership and valuing of each
individual's strengths. Brin is the favourite author of a friend who
recommended I give his books a try - I was glad to have read this one.
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