The Years of the City

by Frederik Pohl

Paperback, 1987

Status

Available

Call number

813.54

Publication

New English Library Ltd (1987), Paperback, 384 pages

User reviews

LibraryThing member 2wonderY
A series of novellas linking present day NYC to a far future with the city under a dome and cryo-resuscitation bringing an old-timer into conflict with a new and improved justice system. The concept of the new Supreme Court stays with one.
LibraryThing member dbsovereign
Not my favorite Pohl, but I am seldom disappointed by his work. Even when the story tends toward the unbelievable, his characters shine. With inter-linked stories, he traces the development of New York City into a flawed utopia.
LibraryThing member tenamouse67
One of my personal favorites! I try to re-read it every year. A set of stories strung together showing the course of New York and our society's norms. I loved the section where they incorporate a 2 year mandatory community service for every citizen: a brilliant concept.
LibraryThing member brakketh
An exploration of how social changes may change the way cities function. Quite bleak and dated but still enjoyable.

Language

Original language

English

Original publication date

1984

Physical description

384 p.; 17.7 cm

ISBN

0450404161 / 9780450404160

Local notes

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Pages

384

Rating

(31 ratings; 3.4)

DDC/MDS

813.54
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