I read it in high school English class. It was one of the few that thoroughly kept my interest. I thought some of the ideas were really good. Using an older car, but one that used much less gas, using the car's trips to charge batteries for radio communications, the need for salt. All really good stuff.
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A gentleman should always be able to break his fast in the manner of a gentleman where so ever he may find himself.--Good Omens