New York 2140

Kim Stanley RobinsonFiction | Novel | Adult | Published in 2017

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Is New York 2140 a science fiction novel? If so, is it hard or soft science fiction? If not, what genre is it? Why?

What is the role of the anonymous character known as The Citizen? Is he a stand-in for the author? A voice for time, the earth, or New York City? Something else? Use textual evidence to support your theory.

Jeff’s anger towards the world’s wealthiest people makes him blur vengeance and justice. How do other characters in the novel distinguish these two concepts? What are some examples of either justice or vengeance being served?