"A Matter of Order" by Fox B. Holden | Sci-Fi Audiobook on Balance and Moral Resistance

Welcome to this audiobook presentation of *A Matter of Order* by Fox B. Holden, a thought-provoking and classic sci-fi story on balance and moral resistance. Originally published in the mid-20th century, Holden’s tale takes us to the distant colony of Ste. Catherine, where artists and philosophers—those who value creative resistance and artistic ethics—have built a peaceful haven, purposefully disconnected from Earth’s technological conflicts and relentless warfare.

On Ste. Catherine, Dean Angelo, a leader embodying ethical integrity, stands at the crossroads of a moral dilemma. When emissaries from Earth arrive at the colony, desperate and locked in a brutal conflict, they seek assistance from the Artists of Ste. Catherine, hoping to gain an edge in their apocalyptic struggle. But these envoys don’t expect the response they receive: Instead of taking sides, Dean Angelo and his fellow colonists must consider if they should preserve their philosophical stance of balance and impartiality. Will they maintain their moral resistance and remain neutral, or will they compromise their creative principles to influence the power balance back on Earth?

In *A Matter of Order*, Holden delves into the themes of balance, artistic integrity, and the complex dynamics of conflict between creativity and militaristic control. This speculative fiction invites you to reflect on the delicate equilibrium required to sustain peace or prevent ruin. Set in a narrative rich with ethical challenges and literary resistance, this audiobook appeals to listeners who enjoy philosophical audiobooks and speculative narratives that go beyond surface-level storytelling.

If you appreciate classic science fiction with deep philosophical undertones, this audiobook on moral integrity, narrative power, and ethical choices is sure to captivate you. Thank you for listening, and don’t forget to subscribe for more classic sci-fi audiobooks on narrative innovation and speculative ideas!

Video chapters:
00:00:00 - Introduction
00:01:24 - A Matter of Order by Fox B. Holden
00:28:53 - The End

Sit back and enjoy this classic sci-fi story.