Underground Man

"Underground Man" by Gabriel de Tarde is a story set far in the future, following a devastating solar event that has forced humanity to reside in underground cities. The story examines society, psychology, and the significance of art and beauty in a drastically changed world. As the sun weakens and the earth's surface becomes uninhabitable, Miltiades emerges as a leader with a bold plan: to guide the remaining humans back to an underground existence. His powerful speech inspires hope amidst chaos, setting the tone for a story that considers what it truly means to be human in the face of immense challenges and the collapse of civilization.