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Set in a dystopian future, this novel explores life under a totalitarian regime, reflecting the oppressive nature of a socialist society. Its satirical portrayal of a controlled existence resonated widely, influencing later works like Brave New World and Nineteen Eighty-four. Despite its critical acclaim abroad, the author faced exile due to the political climate in the USSR. The book's themes of individuality versus conformity and the consequences of an inhuman society continue to provoke thought and discussion in the realm of speculative fiction.