Rastignac the Devil

"Rastignac the Devil" is a science fiction novel set in the 22nd century by Philip Jose Farmer, depicting a post-Apocalyptic world where the remnants of France struggle for survival between two powerful nations. As the proud citizens of New France grapple with their identity and the threat of cultural assimilation, they devise a bold plan involving the construction of six massive spaceships to transport thirty thousand people, most of whom will be in deep freeze until they find a new home. This gripping tale explores themes of nationalism, survival, and the quest for salvation in a rapidly changing world.