Turning Point by Alfred Coppel

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Author Coppel, Alfred, 1921-2004
Illustrator Parsons, Philip B.
Title Turning Point
Note Reading ease score: 77.3 (7th grade). Fairly easy to read.
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Summary "Turning Point" by Alfred Coppel is a science fiction novella written in the early to mid-20th century. Set in a future where androids and humans coexist, the story delves into the complex dynamics of power, prejudice, and evolution. The central theme revolves around the struggle between human supremacy and the advancement of artificial intelligence, raising questions about identity and the moral dilemmas surrounding creation and control. The plot follows Director Han Merrick, who oversees the Creche, a facility producing androids in a world increasingly influenced by the anti-robot sentiments of the Human Supremacy Party led by the fanatical Sweyn Erikson. As Erikson arrives at the Creche to investigate, Merrick grapples with the fear of a violent uprising against androids. The narrative unfolds through tense dialogues, revealing Merrick's internal conflict about the ethics of android creation and control versus the threat posed by Erikson's prejudiced ideology. Ultimately, the story culminates in a catastrophic confrontation that results in the liberation of the androids, challenging the hierarchical norms of humanity and marking a significant turning point in the evolution of both species. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
Language English
LoC Class PS: Language and Literatures: American and Canadian literature
Subject Science fiction
Subject Short stories
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EBook-No. 32104
Release Date
Most Recently Updated Jan 6, 2021
Copyright Status Public domain in the USA.
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