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Final Blackout

By: L. Ron Hubbard
Narrated by: Roddy McDowall
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A land ravaged by war without end. Cities gutted by weapons of mass destruction. Countries laid waste by biological warfare. Governments ruined by greed, violence, and corruption.

This is a world in the throes of economic decay and at the mercy of terrorists. This is Asia. This is Europe. This is America. This is Final Blackout.

Across this devastated, post-apocalyptic landscape marches one extraordinary soldier and his band of brothers. He is the Lieutenant, a hardened military strategist and a charismatic leader of men. The narrow-minded high command may have relieved the Lieutenant of duty, but not of his honor - and his crack unit of warriors remains fiercely loyal to him.

Now, in a time of deception, desperation, and betrayal, they are headed into the ultimate battle against the ultimate enemy - their own treacherous leaders. But for the Lieutenant, a hero at the crossroads of history, it is time to do what is best for his country and for his men - to undertake one last act of courage and sacrifice...the Final Blackout.

"As perfect a piece of science fiction as has ever been written." (Robert A. Heinlein)

"Compelling...riveting... Hubbard's best." (Publishers Weekly)

©2005 L. Ron Hubbard (P)2005 Galaxy Press, LLC Action & Adventure Alternate History Genre Fiction Military Post-Apocalyptic Science Fiction War & Military Fiction Solider

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"Final Blackout is generally considered Hubbard's best science-fiction novel." (Publishers Weekly)
Gripping Narrative • Powerful Story • Fantastic Tale • Riveting Presentation • Darkly Prophetic • Flawless Performance
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Inspiring and eye-opening, especially for those in leadership roles. It encourages you to make decisions that benefit everyone. The plot kept me fully engaged, and the ending took me by surprise. I didn’t understand the title Final Blackout until the final moments—and it all made sense in a powerful way.

Inspiring

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I have read the book many times. I would have liked a warning that this was an abridged version of the book.

Abridged

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I really like some of the readings by Roddy McDowall and one of my favorites is his reading of Ole Doc Methuselah.

He also reads this book as well and does a good job. (It incorrectly says Bruce Boxleitner)

I liked this book

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I read it 2 decades ago, and decided to listen to it anew.
What a brilliant description of what a commander ought to be and do.
In those days of uncertainty, when government leaders are all about self power and blood shedding, this book is highly recommended :-)

Final Blackout is a master piece!

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Probably more profound when it was first published. Not earth shaking something to read when waiting at an airport and want to pass time.

A Fair Read

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Darkly prophetic, this is one of those books that you hope never comes to pass.

A powerful story well told.

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A fantastic story about honor courage and sacrifice in the face of corrupt governments and their pawns. Refreshing in today's world.

Honor The Way It Used to be

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This is honestly one of the top short stories I have read. I have read it several times over the years and it just keeps getting better. This is truly a quality piece of literature for a man of any age, and women too!

Excellent story!

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This audio book demonstrates true leadership abs if one was to take what is written here and use it he would gain

True leadership

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All i can say is WOW. You have to gat this book. The narrative keeps you glued to the book. Get this book. WOW.

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