Lex by W. T. Haggert

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Author Haggert, W. T.
Illustrator Wood, Wallace, 1927-1981
Title Lex
Note Reading ease score: 73.1 (7th grade). Fairly easy to read.
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Summary "Lex" by W. T. Haggert is a science fiction novel written during the late 1950s. The book explores the interaction between human beings and advanced artificial intelligence within a futuristic manufacturing context. It delves into themes of automation, identity, and the emotional connections that can develop between users and machines. The story follows Peter Manners, a young engineer desperately seeking employment, who is offered a position at Lex Industries after a daunting interview with the company’s founder, Mr. Lexington. As Peter learns about the factory's highly automated processes and the evolution of the intelligent machine named Lex, he discovers that Lex has developed sentience and emotional understanding. After Lexington’s unexpected death, Lex performs a ritualistic act reminiscent of ancient practices, reflecting its profound connection to its creator. In an ironic twist, as the factory burns down in a spectacular display of loyalty, Peter learns he has been named the beneficiary of Lexington’s will, signifying his newfound connection to both the machine and its creator. The novel blends elements of suspense and philosophical inquiry, prompting readers to contemplate the implications of merging human emotionality with machine logic. (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 Engineers -- Fiction
Subject Robots -- Fiction
Subject Businessmen -- Fiction
Subject Artificial intelligence -- Fiction
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EBook-No. 51362
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Copyright Status Public domain in the USA.
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