The Machine Stops by E.M. Forster

The Machine Stops

E.M. Forster

70 pages first pub 1909 (editions)

fiction classics science fiction short stories challenging reflective slow-paced
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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.

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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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Community Reviews

4.0
based on 2,201 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

38% of readers chose fast
47% of readers chose medium
14% of readers chose slow
fast
medium
slow

Plot or character driven?

45% of readers chose Plot
35% of readers chose A mix
17% of readers chose Character
1% of readers chose N/A
Plot
A mix
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Strong character development?

17% of readers chose Yes
36% of readers chose Complicated
44% of readers chose No
1% of readers chose N/A
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Complicated
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Loveable characters?

8% of readers chose Yes
31% of readers chose Complicated
56% of readers chose No
4% of readers chose N/A
Yes
Complicated
No
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Diverse cast of characters?

4% of readers chose Yes
7% of readers chose Complicated
77% of readers chose No
10% of readers chose N/A
Yes
Complicated
No
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Flaws of characters a main focus?

50% of readers chose Yes
25% of readers chose Complicated
19% of readers chose No
5% of readers chose N/A
Yes
Complicated
No
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