Books matching: fear of machines
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Save:'Erewhon' by Samuel Butler is a satirical novel that critiques Victorian society by presenting a traveler's discovery of a backward kingdom. The story is filled with shallow allegories that reflect societal norms and values, such as the ban on machinery and the absurdities of the Erewhonian society. The book explores themes such as the fear of machines surpassing human capabilities, societal hypocrisy, and the consequences of extreme ideologies.
IF the reader will excuse me, I will say nothing of my antecedents, nor of the circumstances which led me to leave my native country; the narrative would be tedious to him and painful to myself. Suffi... - #2
Save:'As On A Darkling Plain' by Ben Bova follows a gripping narrative centered around the discovery of a mysterious artifact, a massive machine complex on Titan, with an unknown purpose, sparking fear and curiosity among mankind. The story unfolds with a variety of expeditions planned to uncover evidence about the artifact's creators, leading to a desperate race against time. The plot intricately weaves together elements of fear, love, and mystery as three main characters form a love triangle amidst dangerous space missions and the looming threat of the unknown alien technology.
The narrative delves into the exploration of Titan's alien structures, abandoned for thousands of years yet still operational, raising questions about their potential threat to humanity. Dr. Sidney Lee, haunted by the belief that the artifact's creators, 'The Others,' intend harm, embarks on a journey to unravel the truth behind the machines. As the story progresses, the tension builds, culminating in a fast-paced, three-act structure that combines scientific intrigue, personal conflicts, and the quest for survival in the face of an enigmatic extraterrestrial presence.
It looked like a campus. Big plastiglass buildings with swooping curved roofs and graceful rampways connecting them at every tenth level. Trees that still looked new and gawky as they poked thin leave...
