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The Glass Bees
Book • 2000
The Glass Bees, first published in 1957, delves into the impact of advancing technology on individuals and society.
The story revolves around Richard, an unemployed WWI veteran who seeks work at a corporation specializing in creating intricate mechanical toys.
As Richard becomes familiar with the firm's advanced technology, he confronts the moral dilemmas of a world dominated by automation and artificial intelligence.
Jünger's exploration of technology's potential to both enhance and diminish human existence highlights its impact on creativity, individuality, and the essence of what it means to be human.
The novel explores themes of technological advancement, individuality, and the dehumanizing potential of automation.
The story revolves around Richard, an unemployed WWI veteran who seeks work at a corporation specializing in creating intricate mechanical toys.
As Richard becomes familiar with the firm's advanced technology, he confronts the moral dilemmas of a world dominated by automation and artificial intelligence.
Jünger's exploration of technology's potential to both enhance and diminish human existence highlights its impact on creativity, individuality, and the essence of what it means to be human.
The novel explores themes of technological advancement, individuality, and the dehumanizing potential of automation.
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