The Human Race

The text follows Martim, a skilled runner in the Human Race, a competition where boys participate to determine who will be prepared for potential war against humans on Mars. Despite being a favorite to win, Martim loses due to a sabotage attempt by another participant, Angus Reid. The outcome leads to a shocking turn of events, with Martim being unfairly declared the loser, inciting chaos and despair among the spectators. The narrative explores themes of competition, betrayal, and the consequences of deception in a dystopian society where survival is paramount.