Honeyburn Books (UK)
1935 The Pink Cloud - John MacKenzie(James Nisbet & Co Ltd)
1935 The Pink Cloud - John MacKenzie(James Nisbet & Co Ltd)
Good condition for age.
*The Pink Cloud* is a novel by Scottish author John MacKenzie, published in 1955. This post-apocalyptic science fiction novel explores the idea of humanity facing an existential threat in the form of a mysterious pink cloud that envelops the Earth, causing near-instant death to anyone it touches.
The story follows a small group of survivors who take refuge in isolated locations, shielded from the deadly cloud. As they attempt to survive, the novel delves into their psychological and emotional struggles, revealing how isolation, fear, and uncertainty affect them over time. The cloud itself remains a mysterious and unexplained phenomenon, adding an eerie and suspenseful atmosphere to the narrative.
*The Pink Cloud* is often seen as a reflection on human resilience in the face of catastrophic events and the effects of isolation—themes that resonate in post-war literature. Its portrayal of societal breakdown, survival in extreme circumstances, and the tension between hope and despair make it a thought-provoking read in the genre of speculative fiction.
Despite not being as widely known as some of the more famous works of 20th-century science fiction, *The Pink Cloud* remains notable for its psychological depth and the way it anticipates later works about global catastrophes and human survival.