Wool
Wool
Hugh Howey
Ev Williams
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Wool

Wool Omnibus

Hugh Howey
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Hugh Howey
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In the depths of a post-apocalyptic world, where the remnants of humanity are buried within the confines of a giant silo underground, the very concept of the outside is fraught with fear and forbidden curiosity. "Wool" by Hugh Howey unravels a meticulously crafted narrative of survival, control, and the unyielding human spirit that dares to challenge the status quo. Within the silo, life is regulated by strict rules meant to preserve the fragile existence of its inhabitants, but when people start questioning the truths fed to them by the governing bodies, a dangerous spark of rebellion begins to ignite. Through the intertwining lives of its richly drawn characters, Howey masterfully explores themes of hope, freedom, and the relentless pursuit of truth. As the layers of deception are peeled back, the residents of the silo must confront the harrowing realization of what lies beyond their underground sanctuary. "Wool" is a compelling saga that combines the grim isolation of a dystopian world with the flame of hope that burns within those who dare to dream of something more. It's a narrative that not only delves into the darkness of human nature but also illuminates the resilience and courage that defines it.

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Released
2012
27 Jan
Length
509
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On the "books read" section of Ev Williams' GoodReads profile.
He’d only ever seen a gun once, a smaller one on the hip of that old deputy, a gun he’d always figured was more for show. He stuffed a fistful of deadly rounds in his pocket, thinking how each one could end an individual life, and understanding why such things were forbidden. Killing a man should be harder than waving a length of pipe in their direction. It should take long enough for one’s conscience to get in the way.
— Hugh Howey, Wool

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