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The Rebels Who First Fought Big Tech Were on to Something

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The Luddites: Folk Heroes and Cultural Commentary

A discussion on the impact of the Luddite movement, their symbolism, and the support they received from influential figures like Mary Shelley and Lord Byron. The chapter explores the parallels between the Luddites and Mary Shelley's Frankenstein, as well as the importance of questioning who technology serves.

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