FallenKingdomReads’ list of 6 Sci-Fi Books That Imagine a World Without Humans.
Science fiction has always been a genre that explores the possibilities of the future, and one of the most intriguing questions it poses is what would happen to the world if humans were to disappear? Here are six sci-fi books that imagine such a world:
The Last Man by Mary Shelley
This novel, published in 1826, tells the story of Lionel Verney, the last man on Earth after a plague has wiped out the rest of humanity.
The Road by Cormac McCarthy
This post-apocalyptic novel follows a father and son as they journey through a world that has been destroyed by an unknown disaster, with the only survivors being a handful of humans struggling to survive.
The Day of the Triffids by John Wyndham
In this classic sci-fi novel, a worldwide epidemic of blindness leaves humanity vulnerable to the triffids, a species of plant that can move and attack humans.
The Age of Miracles by Karen Thompson Walker
This novel explores what would happen if the rotation of the Earth were to slow down, leading to longer days and nights, and the resulting impact on human society.
Oryx and Crake by Margaret Atwood
In this dystopian novel, the protagonist, Snowman, is the last surviving human in a world that has been ravaged by genetic engineering and bioengineering.
The Children of Men by P.D. James
In this novel, set in a dystopian future where humans have become infertile, the last generation of humans is reaching old age, and society is in a state of decay.
In conclusion, these six books offer a fascinating look into the possibilities of a world without humans. From exploring the fate of our cities and wildlife to imagining the impact of a worldwide epidemic or the slowing of the Earth’s rotation, these books challenge our perceptions of what life on Earth would be like without us. Whether you’re a sci-fi fan or just curious about the future, these books are definitely worth checking out.
