Stranger in a Strange Land

Quick answers about Stranger in a Strange Land

What is Stranger in a Strange Land about?

A man raised by Martians returns to Earth as a young adult, with strange powers and no sense of human customs. As he learns our world, his questions start to shake up religion, sex and politics.

Who should read Stranger in a Strange Land?

Read it if you like provocative, talky science fiction from the sixties that pokes at social rules. Skip it if you want a tight plot or modern views, as some attitudes about gender have aged badly.

How long and how fast is Stranger in a Strange Land?

It is a medium-paced, medium read of about 530 pages, first published in 1961.

Does Stranger in a Strange Land have content warnings?

Content we flag: Sexual content, Violence, Death.

Can I borrow Stranger in a Strange Land for free?

Often, yes. Check Libby (OverDrive) to see whether your library lends Stranger in a Strange Land; the borrow button above searches it for you.

What should I read after Stranger in a Strange Land?

Readers who liked it often move on to The Left Hand of Darkness, Cat's Cradle.