The Place Where Chicago Was, written by Jim Harmon and published in 1962, is a science fiction novel set in a dystopian future where war has been eradicated through technology that enforces pacifism. The story follows Abe Danniels as he journeys to the desolate remnants of Chicago, grappling with societal decay and new forms of conflict. Alongside Julie and the Wolf Pack, he navigates philosophical dilemmas about violence, survival, and identity as they confront a food crisis stemming from past wars. The novel explores the moral implications of a world devoid of traditional warfare.
