The Junkmakers by Albert Teichner

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Author Teichner, Albert
Illustrator West
Title The Junkmakers
Note Reading ease score: 77.1 (7th grade). Fairly easy to read.
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Summary "The Junkmakers" by Albert Teichner is a science fiction novella that was likely written in the early 1960s. The story is set in a future society where the destruction of obsolete technology is celebrated as a form of cultural and economic ritual, highlighting themes of consumption, value, and the human relationship with machines. Through its exploration of a bleak yet satirical world, the book critiques consumerism and raises questions about productivity and the necessity of work in society. The narrative follows Wendell Hart, a cybernetics engineer who becomes increasingly disenchanted with the societal norms surrounding the destruction of once-useful technology during ceremonial events known as the High Holy Day. As he delves into research on the implications of planned obsolescence and conspicuous consumption, Wendell is drawn into an underground movement that seeks to challenge these destructive practices. Through a series of events, including a shocking failure during one of the ceremonies that triggers unforeseen reactions from the discarded machines, Wendell grapples with the ideals of leisure versus labor. The climax reveals a transformation in societal consciousness as citizens begin to question their blind adherence to the rituals that dictate their lives, ultimately suggesting a yearning for deeper understanding and purpose beyond mere work. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
Language English
LoC Class PS: Language and Literatures: American and Canadian literature
Subject Science fiction
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EBook-No. 30988
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Copyright Status Public domain in the USA.
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