The Absolute at Large

"""One of the genuine masterpieces of sci-fi."" — R. D. Mullen. With the invention of the Karburator comes an abundant source of low-cost energy — but also a dangerous byproduct. Known as the Absolute, it infects the world''s population with religious and nationalistic fervor that ignites a disastrous war. In this satirical and enduringly relevant work of science fiction, the acclaimed Czech author Karl ?apek offers a prescient fable of the benefits and dangers of atomic power."