I remember reading it many years ago. He made some good points - which is disconcerting.

Has anyone else read it? What did you think?

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      1 year ago

      That 1909 story came up with the -same- conclusion … complete dependence (with the machine enforcing it). Except, in the story, the Repair machine is malfunctioning.

      Speaking of which - the other day I found this video, which might be useful to both those who’ve read it (or don’t have the time). Besides an analysis, it includes some fine SF artwork.

      “The Machine Stops by E.M. Forster - Short Story Analysis” https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=k2XXkauk0eU