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The Day of the Triffids: Popular Penguins

By John Wyndham
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The Day of the Triffids by John Wyndham is set in a world where society has been devastated by a mysterious cosmic event that leaves most people blind. In this now altered world, the survivors must navigate the danger posed by ambulatory, carnivorous plants called triffids. The book explores themes of survival, adaptation, and human resilience amidst chaos.
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You might enjoy this classic novel if you love post-apocalyptic tales where humanity faces a mysterious and doubles as a tale of survival amid chaos. This thrilling story offers rich descriptions and a thought-provoking narrative, blending realistic tension with imaginative elements, ideal for lovers of science fiction and speculative storytelling.

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When Bill Masen awakes blindfolded in hospital and carefully removes his bandages, he realises he is one of the few who can see; almost everyone else has been blinded by a meteor shower. Now, with civilization in chaos, the triffids - huge, venomous, plants able to 'walk', feeding on human flesh - can have their day.

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When Bill Masen awakes blindfolded in hospital and carefully removes his bandages, he realises he is one of the few who can see; almost everyone else has been blinded by a meteor shower.

Now, with civilisation in chaos, the triffids—huge, venomous plants able to 'walk', feeding on human flesh—can have their day. This stark vision of a desolate world infested by deadly, monstrous plants has lost none of its power to horrify.

The Day of the Triffids is a chilling depiction of a world besieged by nightmarish destruction.

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The Day of the Triffids is often praised for its gripping narrative and thought-provoking themes. Critics highlight Wyndham's ability to blend post-apocalyptic tension with social commentary, creating a story that's both chilling and engaging. The novel's portrayal of humanity's struggle for survival and the eerie presence of the triffids are frequently commended for their originality and impact.

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ISBN: 9780143566533

Publisher: Penguin Books Ltd

Format: Paperback / softback

Date Published: 29 August 2011

Country: United Kingdom

Imprint: Penguin Classics

Audience: General / adult

DIMENSIONS

Spine width: 16.0mm

Width: 114.0mm

Height: 183.0mm

Weight: 138g

Pages: 252

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About the Author

John Wyndham Parkes Lucas Benyon Harris was born in 1903, the son of a barrister. He tried a number of careers including farming, law, commercial art and advertising, and started writing short stories, intended for sale, in 1925. From 1930 to 1939 he wrote short stories of various kinds under different names, almost exclusively for American publications, while also writing detective novels. During the war he was in the Civil Service and then the Army. In 1946 he went back to writing stories for publication in the USA and decided to try a modified form of science fiction, a form he called 'logical fantasy'. John Wyndham died in March 1969.

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