The science fiction novel, The Unincorporated Man, is widely praised for its thought-provoking premise. Yet I find no evidence that it provoked thought about its premise. The premise is folks selling shares in their future income. Initial ownership is: person 75%, parents 20%, government 5% (there are no other taxes). People typically sell 12-15% to their university, more for other early training and resources, and they trade shares with relatives, spouses, and coworkers. They then own less than 50%, must accept majority control over their careers and locations, and try over time to rebuy enough to regain control.