Machine Stops
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The Machine Stops is a chilling tale of a future where humanity has become entirely reliant on a vast, all-encompassing Machine. Living in isolated cells, individuals have abandoned the physical world for a virtual existence, their every need met by the machine. However, as dependence on the machine intensifies, human connection and the value of physical experience diminish. The story explores the potential dangers of technology and the consequences of unchecked progress, leaving readers to ponder the importance of human connection and the fragility of civilization.Book Details
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