A Canticle For Leibowitz

A Canticle for Leibowitz follows the rejuvenation of "civilization" after a devastating nuclear holocaust. It has three distinctive chapters, each one disconnected by centuries, focusing on life at a desert monastery named in honor of a very unusual "saint" Why it's on the list This book is amongst the first stories to explore the post-nuclear apocalyptic landscape. On the surface, the book is a well-written tale of an Abbey that has survived through the ages (the book takes place a millennium from now). The book is profoundly layered, however, very much like an onion. The more you read this book, the quicker you will be able to grasp the themes, which will let you How many times you read this book and how quick you are to catch on to various themes will determine how many layers you experience. Read if you like Sci-fi cult classic.