Doppelgangers — H.F. Heard

“A remarkable tour de force” by the acclaimed author and philosopher -- a classic science fiction “thriller with depth” for fans of 1984 and Brave New World (The New York Times).
 
After the psychological revolution opened humankind's minds to an all-new form of consciousness, society split in two. On the Earth's surface rules Alpha, the benevolent, all-powerful dictator who's constant ministrations have left his subjects undeniably happy and satisfied but also obedient and unquestioning.
 
Below the surface lies the kingdom of the Mole -- the gloomy domain of an even darker and crueler leader. Embittered by his lot underground, he leads his people on a revolt against their obsequious overhead counterparts. And their ultimate weapon is nearly ready -- a man who has been genetically and psychologically molded to be a near-perfect double of the Alpha.  A covert agent who, once in place, could change the fate of both civilizations -- and humanity itself -- forever.
 
Both a brilliant examination of human identity, and a gripping science fiction narrative, Doppelgangers is a dystopian novel decades ahead of its time.