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What Not

by Rose Macaulay

In a world where words wield immense power and societal norms are meticulously engineered, Rose Macaulay's "What Not" unfolds a chilling narrative of control and consequence. Imagine a society where every syllable you utter is scrutinized, where language is carefully curated to shape the ideal citizen. This is the unsettling reality that protagonist Kitty Grammont confronts in a post-World War I era. Kitty finds herself enmeshed in the web of the enigmatic "What Not" department, a government body dedicated to regulating language and behavior for the greater good. As she grapples with her role in this Orwellian landscape, she is faced with a profound conflict between societal progress, as dictated by the state, and the fundamental liberties of the individual. Rose Macaulay's writing is a masterful blend of incisive social critique and sharp humor, unveiling the complexities of manipulating language for societal betterment. The story probes deep into the ethical abyss, questioning the boundaries of personal freedom and governmental intervention. Through Kitty's journey, we witness the fragility of human agency against the might of a meticulously constructed society. "What Not" is a riveting exploration of the human spirit under the constraints of a language-controlled world, leaving readers to ponder the true cost of societal perfection and the profound implications of modifying the essence of human expression.

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Language

English

Original Language

English

Published In

1918

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Rose Macaulay

United Kingdom

Rose Macaulay was an English novelist, poet, essayist, critic, biographer, and humorist. She was born in Rugby, Warwickshire, in 1881. Macaulay was educated at Oxford High School and Girton College, C...

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