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Alas, Babylon is a 1959 novel by American author Pat Frank that explores the potential consequences of a nuclear war between the United States and the Soviet Union. The novel follows the protagonist, Randy Bragg, as he navigates the challenges of post-apocalyptic life in the fictional town of Fort Repose, Florida. Through Randy’s experiences, Frank examines themes of survival, community, and the human capacity for both good and evil. Alas, Babylon was one of the first novels to imagine the aftermath of a nuclear conflict and remains a compelling exploration of the human condition amidst crisis.

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