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70 pages • first pub 1909 (editions)
ISBN/UID: 9781609420666
Format: Paperback
Language: English
Publisher: Lits
Publication date: 21 September 2010
For readers who appreciate captivating explorations of the intersection of technology and humanity, The Machine Stops by E.M. Forster is a haunting and introspective journey into a dystopian future where the boundaries between individuality and conformity are blurred, inviting readers to reflect on the consequences of a world where machines have become the ultimate authority.
Description
This is a science fiction story by Forster. The story describes a world in which most of the human population has lost the ability to live on the surface of the Earth. In 1973 it was included in The Science Fiction Hall of Fame. It was considered ...
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Moods
reflective: 72%
dark: 57%
challenging: 35%
mysterious: 30%
sad: 23%
tense: 19%
adventurous: 15%
emotional: 12%
inspiring: 7%
hopeful: 5%
informative: 5%
funny: 1%
Pace
Plot or character driven?
Strong character development?
Loveable characters?
Diverse cast of characters?
Flaws of characters a main focus?
Content Warnings
Submitted by users as part of their reviews
Graphic
Blood, DeathModerate
Suicidal thoughts, Confinement, SuicideMinor
Pregnancy
70 pages • first pub 1909 (editions)
ISBN/UID: 9781609420666
Format: Paperback
Language: English
Publisher: Lits
Publication date: 21 September 2010
For readers who appreciate captivating explorations of the intersection of technology and humanity, The Machine Stops by E.M. Forster is a haunting and introspective journey into a dystopian future where the boundaries between individuality and conformity are blurred, inviting readers to reflect on the consequences of a world where machines have become the ultimate authority.
Description
This is a science fiction story by Forster. The story describes a world in which most of the human population has lost the ability to live on the surface of the Earth. In 1973 it was included in The Science Fiction Hall of Fame. It was considered ...
Community Reviews
Moods
reflective: 72%
dark: 57%
challenging: 35%
mysterious: 30%
sad: 23%
tense: 19%
adventurous: 15%
emotional: 12%
inspiring: 7%
hopeful: 5%
informative: 5%
funny: 1%
Pace
Plot or character driven?
Strong character development?
Loveable characters?
Diverse cast of characters?
Flaws of characters a main focus?
Content Warnings
Submitted by users as part of their reviews
Graphic
Blood, DeathModerate
Suicidal thoughts, Confinement, SuicideMinor
Pregnancy