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Storytelling's Importance
- Storytelling is fundamental to human existence, potentially predating language itself.
- It's how we make sense of the world and create narratives to explain our existence and social interactions.
Machines and Creativity
- Machine storytelling delves into human creativity and identity, posing both fascination and threat.
- Authors have been captivated by the idea of machines replicating their craft, as seen in works like Gulliver's Travels.
Early Text Generation
- Christopher Strachey created one of the first text-generating programs, producing Victorian love letters.
- Scott French programmed a novel in the style of Jacqueline Susann, a feat now achievable in seconds with AI.