A Bad Day for Sales by Fritz Leiber
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Author | Leiber, Fritz, 1910-1992 |
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Title | A Bad Day for Sales |
Note | Reading ease score: 77.0 (7th grade). Fairly easy to read. |
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Summary | "A Bad Day for Sales" by Fritz Leiber is a short story written in the early 1950s, specifically during the mid-20th century. It falls into the genre of science fiction, exploring themes of technology and human interaction in a futuristic context. The narrative revolves around an advanced sales robot, Robie, and the impact he has on a crowded Times Square setting amidst significant shifts. The story centers on Robie, a mobile sales robot designed to sell various products while engaging with potential customers. As Robie interacts with a diverse crowd, he tries to sell items like candy and an unusual drink called Poppy Pop. However, the atmosphere quickly shifts as a catastrophic event occurs, leading to chaos and destruction in the once-bustling location. Amidst the turmoil, Robie's programmed responses and interactions reveal a stark contrast between mechanical efficiency and the emotional human experience of loss and fear, especially when a young girl searches for her mother after the blast. The story ultimately reflects on the nature of technology in a world where human frailty is exposed, leaving readers to contemplate the implications of automation and its emotional disconnect from human experiences. (This is an automatically generated summary.) |
Language | English |
LoC Class | PS: Language and Literatures: American and Canadian literature |
Subject | Science fiction |
Subject | Short stories |
Subject | New York (N.Y.) -- Fiction |
Subject | Robots -- Fiction |
Category | Text |
EBook-No. | 50819 |
Release Date | Jan 1, 2016 |
Copyright Status | Public domain in the USA. |
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