The Iron Heel

Set in a distant future, the narrative unfolds through a manuscript discovered long after the events it describes, accompanied by scholarly footnotes from Anthony Meredith. This dual-layered storytelling allows for a critique of the protagonist Avis Everhard's experiences, as Meredith highlights her misinterpretations through his contemporary lens. The introduction foreshadows the protagonist's ultimate failure, infusing the tale with a sense of inevitable tragedy and exploring the complexities of understanding across time.