The Mere Future

Set in a seemingly idealized future New York City, Sarah Schulman’s novel The Mere Future explores a world where societal changes, such as affordable rent and the disappearance of homelessness, mask underlying unrest and moral questions. While the city appears to have achieved a utopian balance, tensions simmer beneath the surface, leading to a dramatic murder trial. With sharp social commentary and provocative themes, the book offers a compelling vision of what the future might hold.