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by John Wyndham (Author) "WHEN I was quite small I would sometimes dream of a city -which was strange because it began before I even knew what a city..." (more)
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In the community of Waknut it is believed mutants are the products of the Devil and must be stamped out. When David befriends a girl with a slight abnormality, he begins to understand the nature of fear and oppression. When he develops his own deviation, he must learn to conceal his secret.


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The terrifying story of a world paralyzed by genetic mutation. In a community where deviations are rooted out as abominations, David's ability to communicate by "thought shapes" is a dangerous secret. When his ability is discovered, the results are horrific. --This text refers to an out of print or unavailable edition of this title.
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6 of 6 people found the following review helpful:
5.0 out of 5 stars ONE OF THE MOST INTERESTING NOVEL IN THE WORLD., Oct 25 2001
This review is from: The Chrysalids (Paperback)
This was a novel study in our English class. The first day I got it... i thought, "it's probably another boring classic book" but i read the first chapter and i couldn't stop. i read it for one whole day! it was so interesting. it's one of the best novel i've read. i even borrowed some books by John Wyndham the "Chocky" and "The Day of The Triffids." But nothing could beat the "Chrysalids." I can't believe some grade nine students who reviewed this book found it horrible and boring. i feel that their entitled to their opinions but i still think they should read it again when they've matured enough. I'm sure they will change their minds.
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7 of 8 people found the following review helpful:
5.0 out of 5 stars a terrific story of intolerance and hate; required reading, Aug 5 2002
By lazza (Fort Lauderdale, Florida) - See all my reviews
This review is from: The Chrysalids (Paperback)
The Chrysalids is really a terrific story; no wonder it is often required reading at high schools. It is a wonderfully concise, powerful story on how conformity above all else is vile. Perhaps not the author's intended target, but when I read The Chrysalids I thought of religious fanatics of all forms who are self-righteous and full of hate (..although these folks don't view it that way).

In The Chrysalids we have planet Earth some two thousand years after some worldwide disaster (nuclear destruction, presumably). Only limited colonies of humans survive. Many more straggling, deformed humanoids abound ... along with freakish plants and animals. In one of the colonies they strive, above all else, to maintain purity of life forms (animal, planet, human). Humans with even the slightest deformity are thrown out of the colony, or are destroyed. Colony leaders cite biblical references to justify such actions.

This rather frightening picture of the future is told through the eyes of a boy who discovers he, along with several other children, share a "defect" - they all have mental telepathic capabilities. These children fear for their lives, and rightly so.

The story so far is rich and fast-paced; simply wonderful! Unfortunately the last bit of the book gets a bit wobbly, or at least falters from its high plateau - it turns into series of chase/battle sequences. However the very ending is rewarding.

Bottom line: compulsory reading for all.

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3 of 3 people found the following review helpful:
5.0 out of 5 stars Wonderful Message, Jun 10 2006
By Ann Kidston "Searching for Truth" (Vancouver, BC Canada) - See all my reviews
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This review is from: Chrysalids (Hardcover)
I read this book in grade school. The message that was clear to me was not to judge others because they are different because the difference may be something wonderful that will advance society.
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5.0 out of 5 stars Man was I wrong
I remember teachers in high school making me read this book, and as I did everything else teachers asked me to do, I hated it. Read more
Published 2 days ago by F. Mengual

5.0 out of 5 stars My 100-word book review
The Chrysalids has my vote for best novel by John Wyndham; I loved it as a teenager and still find it an excellent story, as fresh and evocative as ever. Read more
Published on May 16 2007 by A. J. Cull

1.0 out of 5 stars Terrible Book!
I was quite upset after reading this book. I had heard from others it wasn't very good, but i wanted to see for myself. It was the worst book i've ever read. Read more
Published on Jan 5 2006

3.0 out of 5 stars Interesting...
We read this in grade 7, and I enjoyed it very much. It gets slow at times, but nonetheless, a great book for science fiction lovers (of which I'm not). Read more
Published on Aug 21 2005 by Katherine

5.0 out of 5 stars Brilliant.......
Cannot believe the criticism of this book. Proves HIS point. lol.
I love it, and so does my sister. 17. I bought a copy for my dad. I buy him books I love. Read more
Published on Jul 17 2005 by D. Mcquade

3.0 out of 5 stars Boring in the end but good in the beginning ... ZZZZZZZZZZZZ
As a child, David has learned the strict rules of his society: "Watch Thou for the Mutant," "The Norm is the Will of God," and "The Devil is the Father of... Read more
Published on Jun 5 2005 by gordo

4.0 out of 5 stars Okay book??????
The society of Waknuk has survived a nuclear war. Even though the war happened a long time ago, radiation still contaminates the world outside the district of Waknuk. Read more
Published on Jun 4 2005 by gordo

4.0 out of 5 stars Pretty good
I just finished reading this book for my Gr. 10 English class, and I have to say I am impressed for the most part. Read more
Published on April 29 2005 by Gimpster

5.0 out of 5 stars Thank god my teacher made me read this book
The Chryssalids is a work of art from a great author John Wyndham about a world where everyone tries to achieve the "true identity" to become closer to the image of God... Read more
Published on April 26 2005

3.0 out of 5 stars Interesting Perception, Boring Talk
I read this book for my tenth grade Advanced Placement English class, and must say that it is so weird. Read more
Published on Dec 19 2004 by Sylphide

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