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In Alas, Babylon by Pat Frank, during the Cold War, Randy Bragg receives a telegram from his Air Force officer brother, Mark, signaling a looming nuclear attack. Randy prepares his household and neighbors in Fort Repose, Florida, for survival amidst ensuing societal collapse. As they face challenges such as food scarcity, radiation illness, and lawlessness, the community unites under Randy's leadership to preserve their way of life and rebuild. Themes include nationalism, resilience, and the impact of nuclear war. The novel contains themes of violence, death, and the impacts of nuclear warfare.