Publisher's Synopsis
What Not: A Prophetic Comedy is a satirical novel written by British author Rose Macaulay and first published in 1918. The book is set in a future world where the government has implemented a system of eugenics to control the population and ensure that only the fittest individuals are allowed to reproduce. This system is enforced by the What Not, a government agency tasked with regulating the personal lives of citizens.The novel follows the story of two young lovers, Kitty and Nicholas, who find themselves at odds with the What Not's strict regulations. Their relationship is deemed unsuitable by the agency, and they are forced to undergo a series of tests and examinations to determine their fitness to reproduce.As the story unfolds, Macaulay uses humor and satire to critique the eugenics movement and the idea of government control over personal lives. She also explores themes of love, individuality, and the importance of personal freedom.What Not: A Prophetic Comedy is considered a classic work of science fiction and social commentary. It is known for its sharp wit and biting satire, as well as its prophetic vision of a future world shaped by government intervention in personal lives.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.
