Vogel: Anno Domini 2000 Or,

Set in a visionary future, the novel anticipates significant societal changes, including women in leadership roles and progressive social policies like welfare and subsidized housing. It also predicts technological advancements such as a "noiseless telegraph," showcasing the author's forward-thinking perspective. Written by Sir Julius Vogel, New Zealand's Prime Minister in the 1870s, this work is noted for its remarkable foresight, drawing comparisons to Orwell's "1984" for its accuracy in predicting the evolution of society.