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kendelllwendell's review against another edition
3.0
This play is like The Wild Robot if Roz could shoot people and then the humans proceeded to make bible and shakespeare references about it!
If asked about this book in person, I will not shut up about it. I am filled with so much information and the whimsy of Knowing Things. I desperately wanna dump all of these thoughts unceremoniously into someone's lap.
If asked about this book in person, I will not shut up about it. I am filled with so much information and the whimsy of Knowing Things. I desperately wanna dump all of these thoughts unceremoniously into someone's lap.
bill_wehrmacher's review against another edition
5.0
This is an amazing play. Written in 1920, it proposes the unintended consequences of widespread introduction of Robots to do the work of mankind. In my Not So Humble Opinion, it should be required reading by everyone on the planet, not to inhibit innovation, but to make people inherently aware of the potential for catastrophe.
It is a quick read, but I suspect it will promote long contemplation. I highly recommend it.
It is a quick read, but I suspect it will promote long contemplation. I highly recommend it.
heyfreddyjay's review against another edition
challenging
dark
reflective
sad
fast-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? A mix
- Strong character development? No
- Loveable characters? No
- Diverse cast of characters? No
- Flaws of characters a main focus? No
3.0
annerlee's review against another edition
3.0
The play that introduced the word 'robot' into the English language. Amazing insight into the pros and cons of replacing human workers with robot, especially s the play was written in 1920! Explores what makes us human and the effects of putting profit and science before responsibility.
poetacaribe's review against another edition
dark
funny
reflective
medium-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? Plot
- Strong character development? No
- Loveable characters? No
- Diverse cast of characters? It's complicated
- Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes
4.0
lillysheridan's review against another edition
4.0
Was really interesting to read in a time where machines are becoming much more prominent in our lives and was really thought provoking. Even though it was written in 1920, the language didn't seem as outdated and hard to understand as other older books I've read
deadoll's review against another edition
adventurous
emotional
informative
reflective
fast-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? Plot
- Strong character development? No
- Loveable characters? No
- Diverse cast of characters? It's complicated
- Flaws of characters a main focus? It's complicated
4.0
upnorth's review against another edition
3.0
Interesting as a historical artifact, but stilted and dated as a play.