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Making History

Making History

A Novel
Science FictionHistory
Pages
380
Published
1996
Language
English

Synopsis

A history student attempts to change the past by preventing Hitler's birth, only to discover that his actions lead to an even more dangerous dictator. Michael Young must then decide whether to undo his intervention, allowing the original timeline to unfold. This humorous and satirical novel explores the unpredictable consequences of altering history.

Prose complexity
4/10

Vibe

FunnySatiricalThought-Provoking
Time LoopReluctant Hero

Genres

Science Fiction History Time Travel Alternate History

About the author

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Stephen Fry

Sir Stephen John Fry (born 24 August 1957 in Hampstead, London) is an English actor, writer, comedian, presenter and director. He came to notice in the early 1980s through the Cambridge Footlights, and with Hugh Laurie made A Bit of Fry and Laurie and played the title roles in Jeeves and Wooster. He played Melchett in Blackadder, the lead in the film Wilde, and hosted the quiz show QI for many years. His novels include The Liar (1991), The Hippopotamus (1994), Making History (1996) and The Star...

Characters

Michael YoungProtagonist
Adolf HitlerAntagonist
All characters in Making History

Frequently asked questions

  • Does the book use a traditional narrative structure?

    While the majority of the novel is written in standard prose, it incorporates chapters formatted as a screenplay to advance the story.

  • Has this novel received any specific recognition for its genre?

    The book was awarded the Sidewise Award for Alternate History.