The Hour of the Bull
Historical Context and Significance
The novel «The Hour of the Bull» by Ivan Efremov, published in 1968, is a significant work of Soviet science fiction. The book explores themes of social justice, utopia, and dystopia, while also critiquing totalitarian regimes. The work describes the planet Tormance, where a harsh and repressive regime prevails, serving as an allegory for totalitarian states. The novel had a significant impact on Soviet and global science fiction, raising important philosophical and social questions. «The Hour of the Bull» also became a subject of discussion and criticism in the USSR, as its ideas contradicted the official ideology of the time.
Date of publication: 26 June 2024
Updated: 15 November 2026
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Genre: Science Fiction
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