Keith Roberts

The Profile

British author (1935–2000), author of Kiteworld (first published 1966).

Writes speculative/post-apocalyptic fiction. Kiteworld depicts a post-holocaust, caste-based society, rigid religious cults, and military gliders called Cody; themes include youth, freedom, love, and the mutable notion of monsters.

A close reading of Keith Roberts's Kiteworld (first published 1966). The review frames the novel as timeless, focusing on a post‑holocaust caste society and the role of military gliders called Cody. Themes include youth, freedom, love and the mutable concept of monsters. The reviewer balances admiration for style with a measured overall rating.