"WE" is a russian book, so controversial that it was banned in Russia. It was first published in the english (and possibly french) translation for the united states, whose respect for freedom of speech allowed such a work. When 1984 was written it was criticized for how similar it was to We, and is widely regarded as the grandfather of 1984. I wish I had read the book sooner, it's quite enjoyable.
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