Properties (48)
| Predicate | Object |
|---|---|
| gptkbp:instanceOf |
novel
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| gptkbp:adaptation |
none
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| gptkbp:artwork |
concept of time
concept of love concept of family |
| gptkbp:associatedWith |
Lazarus_Long_and_his_descendants
Lazarus_Long_and_his_friends Lazarus_Long_and_his_lovers |
| gptkbp:author |
gptkb:Robert_A._Heinlein
|
| gptkbp:awards |
none
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| gptkbp:character |
gptkb:Lazarus_Long
|
| gptkbp:characterDevelopment |
Lazarus_Long's_journey_through_time
|
| gptkbp:critical_reception |
mixed reviews
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| gptkbp:cultural_impact |
influenced later science fiction works
addressed issues of gender roles reflected on human relationships in a changing world contributed to the science fiction genre's evolution discussed the implications of longevity encouraged exploration of alternative lifestyles examined the role of technology in society explored themes of personal freedom inspired discussions on ethics and morality popularized the idea of a future society provoked thought on the nature of existence |
| gptkbp:followedBy |
gptkb:The_Cat_Who_Walks_Through_Walls
|
| gptkbp:genre |
science fiction
|
| https://www.w3.org/2000/01/rdf-schema#label |
Time Enough for Love
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| gptkbp:influences |
psychology
philosophy |
| gptkbp:inspiration |
Heinlein's_own_life_experiences
|
| gptkbp:ISBN |
978-0441790340
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| gptkbp:language |
English
|
| gptkbp:narrativeStyle |
frame story
|
| gptkbp:notableQuote |
"A human being should be able to change a diaper, plan an invasion, butcher a hog, conn a ship, design a building, write a sonnet, balance accounts, build a wall, set a bone, comfort the dying, take orders, give orders, cooperate, act alone, solve equations, analyze a new problem, pitch manure, program a computer, cook a tasty meal, fight efficiently, die gallantly. Specialization is for insects."
"The most important thing in life is to love and be loved." |
| gptkbp:pageCount |
384
|
| gptkbp:plot |
non-linear_narrative
|
| gptkbp:precededBy |
The Number of the Beast
|
| gptkbp:publishedBy |
1973
|
| gptkbp:publisher |
gptkb:Putnam
|
| gptkbp:series |
gptkb:Heinlein's_Future_History
|
| gptkbp:setting |
gptkb:future_Earth
|
| gptkbp:symbolism |
immortality as a burden
love as a driving force time as a resource |
| gptkbp:theme |
family
love immortality |