What inspired the author's vision of a world dominated by the Machine?
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The Machine Stops

The Machine Stops
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What inspired the author's vision of a world dominated by the Machine?
Did anyone else find the portrayal of isolation more unsettling than the technological control?
How do you think the themes of control and rebellion hold up in today's digital age?