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Science Fiction

A Clockwork Orange

Original titleeng. A Clockwork Orange · 1962
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Summary

"A Clockwork Orange" is a dystopian novel about a teenager named Alex who leads a gang involved in violence and crime. After being arrested, Alex agrees to undergo an experimental treatment known as the Ludovico Technique, which makes him physically incapable of committing acts of violence. However, this strips him of his free will and ability to make moral choices. Eventually, Alex realizes that true humanity lies in the ability to choose between good and evil, and he begins to seek a normal life.

A Clockwork Orange
Date of publication: 14 May 2024
Last updated: 2 May 2025
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A Clockwork Orange
Original titleeng. A Clockwork Orange · 1962