I Sing the Body Electric by Ray Bradbury - First Edition, 1969
Here is an affordable first edition copy of one of Ray Bradbury's most celebrated works, "I Sing the Body Electric." The dust jacket is in good condition, with minor shelf ware, while the book is in very good condition, with some foxing to the top of the pages, and a small tear to the bottom of the dedication page. The binding is tight and the pages are crisp and clean.
"I Sing the Body Electric" is a collection of interconnected short stories that blend science fiction with profound themes of humanity, identity, and the nature of existence. The titular story explores the relationship between technology and family, depicting a futuristic world where a robot, programmed to act as a motherly figure, is created to support a grieving family after the loss of their matriarch.
The stories delve into philosophical questions, presenting various narratives that examine the human spirit and its resilience in the face of technological advancement. Bradbury's lyrical prose invites readers to reflect on the implications of artificial intelligence, the essence of love, and the eternal struggle of individuals seeking connection in an increasingly mechanized world.
Throughout the collection, Bradbury employs his hallmark poetic style, blending whimsy with grave undertones, ultimately celebrating the beauty and complexity of life while warning against the consequences of losing touch with our humanity. "I Sing the Body Electric" serves as a poignant meditation on the intersection of the human experience and the encroaching presence of technology. A book worthy of any sci-fi or Bradbury collection.
Here is an affordable first edition copy of one of Ray Bradbury's most celebrated works, "I Sing the Body Electric." The dust jacket is in good condition, with minor shelf ware, while the book is in very good condition, with some foxing to the top of the pages, and a small tear to the bottom of the dedication page. The binding is tight and the pages are crisp and clean.
"I Sing the Body Electric" is a collection of interconnected short stories that blend science fiction with profound themes of humanity, identity, and the nature of existence. The titular story explores the relationship between technology and family, depicting a futuristic world where a robot, programmed to act as a motherly figure, is created to support a grieving family after the loss of their matriarch.
The stories delve into philosophical questions, presenting various narratives that examine the human spirit and its resilience in the face of technological advancement. Bradbury's lyrical prose invites readers to reflect on the implications of artificial intelligence, the essence of love, and the eternal struggle of individuals seeking connection in an increasingly mechanized world.
Throughout the collection, Bradbury employs his hallmark poetic style, blending whimsy with grave undertones, ultimately celebrating the beauty and complexity of life while warning against the consequences of losing touch with our humanity. "I Sing the Body Electric" serves as a poignant meditation on the intersection of the human experience and the encroaching presence of technology. A book worthy of any sci-fi or Bradbury collection.
Here is an affordable first edition copy of one of Ray Bradbury's most celebrated works, "I Sing the Body Electric." The dust jacket is in good condition, with minor shelf ware, while the book is in very good condition, with some foxing to the top of the pages, and a small tear to the bottom of the dedication page. The binding is tight and the pages are crisp and clean.
"I Sing the Body Electric" is a collection of interconnected short stories that blend science fiction with profound themes of humanity, identity, and the nature of existence. The titular story explores the relationship between technology and family, depicting a futuristic world where a robot, programmed to act as a motherly figure, is created to support a grieving family after the loss of their matriarch.
The stories delve into philosophical questions, presenting various narratives that examine the human spirit and its resilience in the face of technological advancement. Bradbury's lyrical prose invites readers to reflect on the implications of artificial intelligence, the essence of love, and the eternal struggle of individuals seeking connection in an increasingly mechanized world.
Throughout the collection, Bradbury employs his hallmark poetic style, blending whimsy with grave undertones, ultimately celebrating the beauty and complexity of life while warning against the consequences of losing touch with our humanity. "I Sing the Body Electric" serves as a poignant meditation on the intersection of the human experience and the encroaching presence of technology. A book worthy of any sci-fi or Bradbury collection.