description The Drought Overview
The Drought is a 1965 science-fiction novel by British writer J. G. Ballard, also published in revised form as The Burning World. It imagines a near-future society in which a mysterious environmental change stops fresh water from reaching the world's rivers, lakes, and reservoirs.
The story follows physician Charles Ransom through a landscape of drought, social breakdown, and increasingly unstable human behavior, making it an early example of Ballard's climate-disaster fiction.
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How good is The Drought?
The Drought scores 6.44/10 (Fair) on Lunoo, making it rated in the Post Apocalyptic Fiction category.
What are the best alternatives to The Drought?
See our alternatives page for The Drought for a ranked list with scores. Top alternatives include: The Drowned World, Not a Drop to Drink, The Postman (Novel).
How does The Drought compare to The Drowned World?
See our detailed comparison of The Drought vs The Drowned World with scores, features, and an AI-powered verdict.
Is The Drought worth it in 2026?
With a score of 6.44/10, The Drought is a solid option in Post Apocalyptic Fiction. See all Post Apocalyptic Fiction ranked.
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