The Ignoble Savages

Name: The Ignoble Savages
Author: Evelyn E. Smith

By Evelyn E. Smith

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A subterranean society adopts an elaborate, staged primitive culture to placate visiting humans and ensure survival, imposing roles and rituals chosen by lot. Personal relationships and ambitions are sacrificed as leaders enforce the performance, prompting resentment, jealousy, and bitter compromises among characters such as Skkiru, Larhgan, and Bbulas. The story traces how manufactured customs and external influences reshape governance and daily life, exploring the moral and emotional costs of sustaining a false public identity and the tensions between pragmatic policy and individual authenticity.

About the Author

Evelyn E. Smith

Evelyn E. Smith was an American author known for her contributions to science fiction and fantasy literature. Her works often blend humor with imaginative storytelling, appealing to a wide range of readers. Among her notable titles is "Collector's Item," which showcases her unique narrative style. Smith's writing frequently explores themes of technology and human interaction, as seen in works like "Man's Best Friend" and "My Fair Planet." With a diverse portfolio of around twenty published works, she has left a lasting mark on the genre, captivating audiences with her inventive plots and engaging characters.