military-nonconformity
Mike's brief and disruptive military career highlights his rejection of violence and authority, culminating in his expulsion for advocating nonviolence and demonstrating hypnotic abilities.
1 chapter across 1 book
Stranger in a Strange Land (1961)Robert A. Heinlein
This chapter chronicles the aftermath of Mike's controversial and unconventional career, including his expulsion from theological seminary, brief and disruptive military service, and founding of a new religious movement. Jubal Harshaw reflects on Mike's unique personality, his sense of humor, and his unorthodox approach to spirituality and authority, while also dealing with the social and political upheavals surrounding them. The chapter also touches on cultural and political satire, such as legislative attempts to redefine pi and religious fundamentalism targeting Martians.