The Machine That Saved The World: Classic Book Guide and Free Edition
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The Machine That Saved The World is catalogued by Project Gutenberg with author credits for Leinster, Murray (1896–1975).
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"The Machine That Saved The World" by Murray Leinster is a science fiction novella published in the late 1950s. The story revolves around bizarre broadcasts received from an unknown source, which disrupt communication devices worldwide and lead to a panic among military and scientific authorities. The tale delves into themes of technology, communication, and the possible consequences of future knowledge reaching the present. The narrative follows Sergeant Bellews, a technician in charge of rehabilitating advanced Mahon-modified machines, as he encounters a series of strange broadcasts that hint at a grave future threat to humanity. These signals suggest the potential for intertemporal communication, with one broadcast warning about a deadly mutation of a bacteria that could wipe out half the population. As the story develops, Bellews and a team of scientists work to decipher these ominous communications, ultimately realizing that the broadcasts might come from a perilous agenda rather than a benevolent warning. Tensions rise as they uncover a deceptive threat that could lead to humanity's destruction, forcing them to confront the ethical implications of their technological advancements and the responsibilities that come with them.
Book and edition facts
- Title: The Machine That Saved The World
- Author credits: Leinster, Murray (1896–1975)
- Catalogue language: English
Catalogue subjects
- Science fiction, American
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- Category: Science-Fiction & Fantasy
- Science Fiction
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