About this book
Ward Moore's Greener Than You Think is a darkly prophetic science fiction satire that imagines ecological disaster with startling prescience. When a desperate salesman, a struggling scientist, and an ordinary patch of crabgrass converge, the results prove catastrophic—an unstoppable grass begins consuming the landscape with terrifying inevitability. Originally published in 1947, this forgotten classic anticipates modern anxieties about genetic engineering and environmental collapse with remarkable accuracy, reading almost like a warning from the past.
Moore blends biting social commentary with genuine horror as humanity grapples with a biological threat it created and cannot control. The narrative unfolds through multiple perspectives, capturing both the mundane bureaucratic responses and the mounting panic as the grass spreads. What begins as a seemingly brilliant agricultural innovation transforms into a civilization-threatening nightmare, exploring themes of unchecked ambition, corporate greed, and humanity's fraught relationship with nature.
This is a masterfully written exploration of how good intentions and profit motives can spiral into apocalyptic consequences. The satirical edge never dulls the genuine sense of dread, making it a uniquely engaging audiobook experience. Perfect for listeners interested in classic science fiction, environmental themes, or historical speculative fiction that feels urgently relevant today, Greener Than You Think rewards those seeking intelligent, thought-provoking storytelling with surprising contemporary resonance.
