Szembet

Szembet is a fictional location within the world of the Polish science fiction novel "Szembet" by Marek Oramus. The novel, first published in 1988, describes a society that has evolved in a unique and isolated environment. The titular Szembet is not a planet in the traditional sense, but rather a vast, artificially constructed habitat or megastructure.

Life on Szembet is characterized by a rigid social order and advanced technological integration. The inhabitants have adapted to their enclosed existence, with the environment of Szembet dictating much of their daily lives and customs. The novel explores themes of social control, individual freedom, and the consequences of technological advancement on human society. The specific details of Szembet's construction and its precise location within the fictional universe are left somewhat ambiguous, serving as a backdrop for Oramus's philosophical and sociological explorations. The story often delves into the psychological impact of living in such a controlled and artificial world.