The Marching Morons

Name: The Marching Morons
Author: C. M. Kornbluth

By C. M. Kornbluth

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Set in a future where differential reproduction has left a tiny intelligent minority struggling to manage a vast population of low-IQ citizens, the story centers on the recovery of a well-preserved individual from an earlier age whose practical intelligence and marketing savvy inspire a radical solution. Using commercial techniques and political leverage, the small elite devise and implement a mass program to remove or relocate large numbers of the less capable, and the narrative examines the ethical, utilitarian, and cultural implications of social engineering through dark satire and brisk plotting.

About the Author

C. M. Kornbluth

C. M. Kornbluth was an influential American science fiction writer known for his sharp social commentary and imaginative storytelling. Active primarily in the mid-20th century, he contributed significantly to the genre with works that often explored themes of technology, society, and human nature. His notable stories include "The Marching Morons," which critiques consumerism and societal complacency, and "Crisis!" which delves into the complexities of human relationships in a futuristic setting. Kornbluth's writing is characterized by its wit and incisive observations, making him a key figure in the development of speculative fiction.