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Mentioned in 53 episodes
The diamond age
Or, A Young Lady's Illustrated Primer
Book • 1995
The novel is set in a near-future world where nanotechnology has revolutionized society.
It follows Nell, a young girl from a poor background, who receives an interactive educational book called the 'Young Lady's Illustrated Primer'.
This book, designed by John Percival Hackworth, is intended to provide a personalized education and becomes a central element in Nell's life.
The story explores themes of education, social class, ethnicity, and the impact of technology on human society.
The novel is known for its complex narrative, intersecting storylines, and its depiction of a world deeply divided along political, ethnic, and cultural lines.
It follows Nell, a young girl from a poor background, who receives an interactive educational book called the 'Young Lady's Illustrated Primer'.
This book, designed by John Percival Hackworth, is intended to provide a personalized education and becomes a central element in Nell's life.
The story explores themes of education, social class, ethnicity, and the impact of technology on human society.
The novel is known for its complex narrative, intersecting storylines, and its depiction of a world deeply divided along political, ethnic, and cultural lines.
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