Little Green Men (novel)

Little Green Men is a science fiction novel by Christopher Buckley, published in 1999. The novel satirizes American political culture, conspiracy theories, and the UFO phenomenon through the story of Stratton Nash, a conservative columnist and television pundit.

Nash's life is upended when he is abducted by aliens. Upon returning to Earth, he attempts to share his experiences, but is largely disbelieved and ridiculed. As he navigates the fallout from his alleged abduction, Nash becomes embroiled in various political machinations, including a Senate investigation into alien contact.

The book employs humor and satire to explore themes of media sensationalism, government secrecy, and the public's fascination with extraterrestrial life. Buckley uses the outlandish premise of alien abduction to comment on the absurdities of American politics and the way news is consumed and manipulated. The novel also touches upon issues of faith, skepticism, and the search for meaning in a world increasingly dominated by technology and media.

Little Green Men received generally positive reviews, with critics praising Buckley's wit and sharp observations on contemporary American society. It is considered one of his more successful satirical novels.