Erewhon Revisited Twenty Years Later, Both by the Original Discoverer of the Country and by His Son
1901
Erewhon Revisited Twenty Years Later, Both by the Original Discoverer of the Country and by His Son
1901
British Literature, Novels, Philosophy & Ethics, Science-Fiction & Fantasy
Published in 1901, 'Erewhon Revisited' is a philosophical sequel to Samuel Butler's earlier work, 'Erewhon.' The novel follows Mr. Higgs, who returns to the fictional society of Erewhon twenty years after his miraculous escape, only to find himself revered as 'the Sunchild.' Through the perspective of his son, John, the narrative explores themes of belief, identity, and the emergence of new religions amid societal change, while also addressing the challenges faced by Higgs in reclaiming his past amidst the dangers posed by rival factions.
