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| 100 | 1 | _aLove, Joe | |
| 245 | 1 | 4 | _aLes Machines |
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_aSalt Lake City, UT : _bProject Gutenberg, _c2019 |
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| 490 | 1 | _aProduced from Worlds of If Science Fiction, December 1954 | |
| 500 | _aRelease date is 2019-01-26 | ||
| 508 | _aProduced by Greg Weeks, Mary Meehan and the Online Distributed Proofreading Team at http://www.pgdp.net | ||
| 520 | _a"Les Machines" by Joe Love is a science fiction short story written in the mid-20th century. The narrative explores the blurred lines between human and machine, delving into themes of identity, love, and societal perception. The storyline revolves around Isobel d'Larte, a woman placed on trial for the murder of her husband, Arnaud d'Larte, in a future where machines and robots play critical roles in daily life. Set against the backdrop of a cold, mechanized society, the story follows Isobel as she grapples with accusations of murder after her husband is found dead, beaten with an iron statue. During the trial, witnesses hint at her supposed lover and questionable motives, while Isobel maintains her innocence until a dark twist reveals her complex feelings for a robot, who embodies the kindness and understanding lacking in her marriage. Ultimately, Isobel confesses to protect her love for the robot while facing the harsh punishment of being sent to war. The poignant conclusion emphasizes her search for emotional connection, illustrating the profound implications of her decision amid a society preoccupied with machines. (This is an automatically generated summary.) | ||
| 534 | _nOriginal publication data not identified | ||
| 653 | _aScience fiction | ||
| 653 | _aShort stories | ||
| 653 | _aTrials (Murder) -- Fiction | ||
| 830 | 0 | _aProduced from Worlds of If Science Fiction, December 1954 | |
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