A review by jewelsjoy
Orphans of the Sky by Robert A. Heinlein

3.0

This is the second book I've read by Heinlein, the other being Starship Troopers. I like how he explores the consequences future technology could have on they way society behaves. I've been fascinated with the concept of generation ships lately, and this book was a good exploration of the idea. That being said, a big downside to this story is his treatment of women in it. They are relegated to a status barely better than a pet or slave. Some could say that it is just an exploration of how society could develop, or an extension of the time he was writing in, but I can't excuse his total disregard of the native intelligence and worth of women in the story.