The Old Men at the Zoo
The Old Men at the Zoo is a dystopian work by Angus Wilson, published in 1961. The Dystopia Index files it under dystopian social satire, tracing documented themes of propaganda. This entry links the book to its subgenres, themes, related titles, and where to read or borrow it.
| Author | Angus Wilson |
|---|---|
| First published | 1961 |
| ISBN-13 | 9780586049020 |
| Source | Wikipedia · Wikidata · Open Library |
About this entry
The Old Men at the Zoo is a 1960s dystopia by Angus Wilson. It is first published in United Kingdom and originally written in English. Within this directory it sits among dystopian social satire, surfacing propaganda. Library catalogues index it under subjects including wildlife conservation, zoos, fiction, and fiction, general. The edition on file runs about 346 pages, has been issued by Faber & Faber, and carries ISBN 9780586049020. See the linked Wikipedia entry for full plot detail and critical history; classifications here are editorial and marked unreviewed.
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Frequently asked
When was The Old Men at the Zoo published?
The Old Men at the Zoo was first published in 1961.
Who wrote The Old Men at the Zoo?
The Old Men at the Zoo was written by Angus Wilson.
What kind of dystopia is The Old Men at the Zoo?
The Dystopia Index classifies it under Social satire, with themes of Propaganda. These are editorial classifications, not the publisher's.
What is the ISBN of The Old Men at the Zoo?
A catalogued edition of The Old Men at the Zoo carries ISBN-13 9780586049020.
