| Author |
Waltham, Leslie |
| Illustrator |
Poulton, Peter, 1914-1972 |
| Title |
The 13th juror
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| Alternate Title |
The thirteenth juror
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| Original Publication |
United States: Standard Magazines, Inc.,1955.
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| Note |
Reading ease score: 88.4 (6th grade). Easy to read.
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| Credits |
Greg Weeks, Mary Meehan and the Online Distributed Proofreading Team at http://www.pgdp.net.
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| Summary |
"The 13th Juror" by Leslie Waltham is a science fiction novel written during the mid-20th century. Set in the 23rd century, the book explores a futuristic world where traditional concepts of crime and justice have transformed drastically. In this society, crime has practically ceased to exist, and emotions that could lead to crime are scrutinized through advanced technology, turning the court system into a venue for examining emotional responses rather than actions. The story revolves around John Hastings, who is put on trial for the emotion of hate he allegedly felt towards his wife, Mary. The narrative unfolds through a unique judicial process where jurors watch and analyze the defendant's thoughts as they relate to significant events in his life, such as his relationship with Mary and his suspicions of her infidelity. As Hastings presents his case, we see glimpses into their troubled marriage, his emotions, and the societal norms that dictate the trial. The climax sees a revelation that brings a deeper understanding of love and hate, leaving the reader to ponder the complexities of human relationships and emotions in an emotionally sterile society. Ultimately, the novel challenges readers to reflect on the thin boundaries between love and hate, and the essence of truth within personal experiences. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
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| Language |
English |
| LoC Class |
PS: Language and Literatures: American and Canadian literature
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| Subject |
Science fiction
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| Subject |
Short stories
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| Subject |
Jealousy -- Fiction
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| Subject |
Space travelers -- Fiction
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| Subject |
Spouses -- Fiction
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| Subject |
Trials -- Fiction
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| Category |
Text |
| EBook-No. |
69213 |
| Release Date |
Oct 23, 2022 |
| Copyright Status |
Public domain in the USA. |
| Downloads |
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