Utopias

Utopias are imagined societies that try to show a perfect or much better world.

In Stories and Books

The word utopia comes from a book by Thomas More. Utopian stories imagine better laws, kinder communities, or fairer ways to live.

Why Readers Remember It

Writers also use utopias to ask what a good society really needs. Many utopias are not perfect once readers look closely.

Fun Facts

• The word utopia comes from a book by Thomas More.
• Utopian stories imagine better laws, kinder communities, or fairer ways to live.
• Writers also use utopias to ask what a good society really needs.
• Many utopias are not perfect once readers look closely.

Did You Know?

Stories about utopias can help readers ask big questions while still enjoying adventure and imagination.