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By: Murray Leinster (1896-1975)
In “The Machine that Saved the World,” Murray Leinster takes readers on a thrilling journey into a future where machines have advanced beyond human control. The story follows a group of engineers who must race against time to stop a powerful machine from destroying the world.
Leinster weaves a complex and engaging narrative, blending elements of science fiction with a tense and fast-paced plot. The characters are well-developed and relatable, each facing their own struggles and moral dilemmas as they work together to save humanity.
One of the highlights of the book is Leinster’s vivid and imaginative descriptions of the futuristic technology and machines. The world-building is detailed and immersive, drawing readers into a world that feels both familiar and foreign.
Overall, “The Machine that Saved the World” is a gripping and thought-provoking read that will keep readers on the edge of their seats until the final page. Leinster’s skillful storytelling and imaginative vision make this a must-read for fans of science fiction.
Book Description:
They were broadcasts from nowhere–sinister emanations flooding in from space–smashing any receiver that picked them up. What defense could Earth devise against science such as this? In the far future of 1972, on a secret military installation, Staff Sergeant Bellews is an expert on the latest scientific discovery: a way for ordinary machines like vacuums and lawnmowers to gather experience in their jobs, becoming error free over time. Then the strange broadcasts began to blow up transmitters everywhere. Were they from space? Enemies? the future? He didn’t care until they started messin’ with his machines. Then he took it personally. (summary from the first chapter and Phil Chenevert)
