harlanellison

I, Robot | Isaac Asimov

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I can only imagine how futuristic and ahead of its time this sounded when first published. AI and robots becoming free-thinkers? We‘ve seen a burst of AI books hit the shelves over the past few years (or it seems that way to me), so I decided to read the one that‘s been sitting on mine for years. And I loved it.

Aimeesue That cover is absolutely perfect. 🩶 3mo

Kristy_K I know! I found it back when Book Depository was around and I wish I would have bought the rest of Aimov‘s books when I had the chance. 3mo

Readerann I was surprised at how much I liked this! 3mo

Kristy_K @Readerann Same, I didn‘t think I would enjoy it as much as I did! 3mo

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451Degrees

I, Robot | Isaac Asimov

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An interview from a journalist with renowned Robopsychologist Susan Calvin who worked for U.S. Robots. Stories are individually told from the beginning of the use of robots as Nannies to the powerhouse Machines that run the world, Dr Calvin has been there every step of the way. An interesting take on societies‘ reliance and yet aversion to robots. Are robots built to protect humans from themselves? Who knows 🤷🏻‍♀️

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SpaceCowboyBooks

Approaching Oblivion | Harlan Ellison

Today's reading

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LeaKell

I, Robot | Isaac Asimov

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There is more Asimov in my future.

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LeftyDv

I, Robot | Isaac Asimov

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What did I just read? To say I‘m puzzled would be an understatement. But I think I have to read Book 2 now? Or have an AI online explain it to me.

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RaeLovesToRead

I, Robot | Isaac Asimov

#manicmonday #letterI @CBee @The_Penniless_Author

? I, Robot (read as part of The Complete Robot) by Asimov
✒ John Irving / Kazuo Ishiguro
? In Bruges
? The IT Crowd
? Imogen Heap
? It's no good (Depeche Mode)

"Don't say you're happy. Out there without me. I know you can't be. Cause it's no good."

Best fictional book title: "I just died in your psalms tonight" (Murder on the Blackpool Express)

Bonus song: Infinity (Jaymes Young)

RaeLovesToRead I've just realised that for F I forgot both Father Brown AND Father Ted 🙈🙈🙈 2y

Jari-chan It Crowd is awesome 🙌 2y

CBee Love the fictional book title 😂😂 2y

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jlhammar I loved In Bruges! Looking forward to The Banshees of Inisherin. 2y

RaeLovesToRead @jlhammar Oh wow, I didn't know about Banshees... Will have to make sure I see it! 2y

RaeLovesToRead @CBee There are quite a few in the episode.. so funny 😂 2y

RaeLovesToRead @Jari-chan I can't even pick a favourite episode! Perhaps the one with the musical... or the funeral... or the cannibal... or The Haunting of Bill Crouse 🤣🤣🤣 2y

Jari-chan @RaeLovesToRead Or the one with the burning computer ??? or the one with "Windows Vista? We're all going to die!" ??? 2y

RaeLovesToRead @Jari-chan Dear Sir or Madam, I am writing to inform you of a fire... no, too formal... 2y

Jari-chan @RaeLovesToRead Your screensaver looks so real! 2y

RaeLovesToRead @Jari-chan ?? "Did you see that ludicrous display last night?" 2y

Jari-chan @RaeLovesToRead Let's nit forget about: Have you tried turning it off and on again? 💪 2y

RaeLovesToRead @Jari-chan Yes!! 🤣💕 Such a good show. 2y

Jari-chan @RaeLovesToRead It truly is! Great to meet another fan! 🙌❤️ 2y

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TheNeverendingTBR

I, Robot | Isaac Asimov

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This one is made up of short stories featuring the same characters over a period of time, each story introduces a theme and explores it.

The stories are thought-provoking and interesting but they're also quite repetitive.

Having said that I still liked this book, it's very engaging and humorous at times.

I recommended, if you like Sci-Fi, this is essential reading! 🤖

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The_Book_Ninja

I, Robot | Isaac Asimov

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Short story dilemmas/puzzles based on robot actions and Asimovs famous Laws of Robotics. I read this once every 10 years. It‘s like a pair of old slippers.Gets more and more weird reading something that was speculative once but is full of archaisms. Asimov doesn‘t write good female characters: More positronic brains than positive women. He almost seems to dislike Susan Calvin. She‘s constantly undermined. Classic but dated🤖🤖🤖🤖🤖🤖🤖7/10 Robots

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