Thean von Harbou’s METROPOLIS is A Timeless Dystopian Classic of Class Struggle and Futuristic Cities that inspired the 1927 film masterpiece by Fritz Lang “Metropolis” HARDCOVER This hardcover edition of Metropolis Thea von Harbou Features Collectible Cover Artwork - Set photograph from Metropolis , a 1927 German expressionist science-fiction silent film directed by Fritz Lang (1890–1976). "Metropolis" is a visionary dystopian tale set in a futuristic city, blending elements of German literature with science fiction. Von Harbou's masterful storytelling explores themes of class struggle and technological advancement in a mechanized world. Thea von Harbou, a prolific German author, published "Metropolis" in 1926. This classic science fiction novel was written while she lived in Berlin, capturing the zeitgeist of the Weimar Republic era. This German classic was then translated into English and published in the United States in 1927. In this gripping narrative, the son of Metropolis's ruler falls in love with a working-class prophet, leading to a social upheaval that threatens to tear the city apart. The novel's exploration of human nature amidst societal divisions remains eerily relevant today. "Metropolis" gained international acclaim when it was adapted into a groundbreaking silent film by Fritz Lang in 1927. This iconic adaptation brought von Harbou's futuristic vision to life on the silver screen, cementing its place in both literary and cinematic history. About METROPOLIS Thea von Harbou (Hardcover Edition) In a dystopian future, the vast city of Metropolis is divided between the privileged elite living in towering skyscrapers and the oppressed workers toiling in underground factories. Freder, the son of the city's ruler, discovers the harsh reality of the lower levels and falls in love with Maria, a charismatic figure among the workers. As tensions between the classes escalate, a mad scientist creates a robot replica of Maria to incite chaos. Freder must navigate this complex web of deception and rebellion to bridge the gap between the upper and lower worlds, ultimately striving to fulfill the prophecy that a mediator will unite the "head" and "hands" of society through the "heart." Scroll up and click the "Add to Cart" button to immerse yourself in this timeless classic of science fiction and social commentary in hardcover. Title Summary of Metropolis by Thea von Harbou Available in paperback & hardcover - Original 1926 Unabridged Text - English translation published 1927 US - Book type: Science Fiction & Fantasy, Dystopian Fiction, German World Literature, Arts & Literature, Sci-Fi Film History, Cinema History, Steam Punk Pop Culture Fantasy - Collector's Edition Book with unique cover art and professional formatting