A Boy and His Dog
A Boy and His Dog
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Short Story • Fiction
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Horror & Suspense•
Science FictionPost-apocalyptic America • 2020s
2016
Adult
18+ years
Super Short Summary
In "A Boy and His Dog," individuals navigate a post-apocalyptic world, focusing on the relationship between a young person and their telepathic canine companion. They face survival challenges, exploring themes of companionship, freedom, and the harsh realities of a dystopian society. Harlan Ellison's story combines adventure with a deep examination of human and animal connections.
Dark
Gritty
Unnerving
Mysterious
Melancholic
Reviews & Readership
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Review Roundup
Ellison's A Boy and His Dog offers a gritty, imaginative depiction of a dystopian future, praised for its sharp prose and dark humor. The narrative's exploration of societal collapse is compelling, yet some critics find its themes unsettling. While it captivates with originality, its graphic content may not appeal to all readers.
Who Should Read A Boy and His Dog?
A reader who enjoys dystopian and post-apocalyptic settings with dark, satirical humor will appreciate Harlan Ellison's A Boy and His Dog. Fans of George Orwell's 1984 and Cormac McCarthy's The Road will find this novella's gritty narrative and exploration of human nature compelling.
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A Boy and His Dog is a novella by Harlan Ellison that won the 1969 Nebula Award for Best Novella, highlighting its impact and recognition in the science fiction community.
The story was adapted into a film in 1975, directed by L.Q. Jones, which went on to influence a variety of post-apocalyptic media including the video game series Fallout.
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Harlan Ellison originally published A Boy and His Dog in New Worlds magazine in 1969, and it has since been part of several anthologies and collections, reflecting its enduring popularity.
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Short Story • Fiction
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Horror & Suspense•
Science FictionPost-apocalyptic America • 2020s
2016
Adult
18+ years
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