연극대본 세계고전문학 50. The Iron Heel

50. The Iron Heel

Praised by George Orwell in 1943 for being ‘a very remarkable prophecy of the rise of fascism’, this novel is often regarded as the first properly modern dystopian novel, and was Jack London’s most clearly socialist work.

A group of revolutionists seeks to resist the all-encompassing power and control of the ‘Iron Heel’, a shady cabal which has influence over education, religion, law, and the press.

As well as eerily foreshadowing the rise of fascism in many European countries later in the twentieth century, the novel also predicted the emergence of domestic terrorism and increased government surveillance. No wonder Orwell liked it …

Creating a children’s play script based on Jack London’s “The Iron Heel” can be quite a challenge, given the novel’s complex themes and mature content. However, it’s possible to adapt the story into a format that is engaging and age-appropriate for kids. Here’s a simplified version that focuses on the themes of courage, justice, and friendship while making the content accessible for a younger audience.