The Chrysalids

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Merriman Lyon A chrysalis is a stage of development for an insect from one form to another, usually juvenile to adult. So I am guessing Chrysalid is a (invented) wo…moreA chrysalis is a stage of development for an insect from one form to another, usually juvenile to adult. So I am guessing Chrysalid is a (invented) word that echos this process.
This book is about changing states or evolution of species, predominantly human in this narrative. The constant changing of life and natural hierarchy. In nature nothing is static. Most of Wyndhams novels and short stories seem to flow with this in mind. (less)
James F The YA category didn't exist in the 1950's (fortunately) but most science fiction was written for young adults (when that actually meant young adults …moreThe YA category didn't exist in the 1950's (fortunately) but most science fiction was written for young adults (when that actually meant young adults and not older children.) Actually, there wasn't much sex in any "genre" literature other than explicit erotica before the sixties. Believe me, I was around then.(less)
Jörg It's available in Kindle format by now.…moreIt's available in Kindle format by now.(less)
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