War with the Newts is a satirical science fiction novel by Karel Čapek, first published in 1936. The story follows the discovery of an intelligent species of newts that humans initially exploit for labor and industrial purposes. As the newts become more self-aware and technologically advanced, they begin to challenge human dominance, eventually leading to a global conflict. Čapek uses dark humor and irony to critique colonialism, capitalism, and the rise of totalitarian ideologies. The novel blends elements of political allegory with speculative fiction, offering a sharp analysis of human greed and short-sightedness. It remains a classic of dystopian literature, often compared to works by H.G. Wells and George Orwell.
- Pages: 343
- Genre: Science fiction
- Language(s): Persian (Farsi)
- ISBN: 9786223840944
- Persian Title: کتاب نبرد با سمندرها اثر کارل چاپک
