Book details
The Automatic Age
Description
The Automatic Age is the story of a father and son navigating an automated apocalypse. Set in a mid-century computerized utopia of automats, self-driving cars, food pills,and happy robo-servants, robot search teams find and remove the troublesome people that clutter it. A perfect future in which humans are forbidden to live.
Age
9-12
Text complexity
proficient
Length
112 pages
Book in series
#1
Why to read
- Exploration of Human-Machine Relationship: 'The Automatic Age' delves into the complex interactions between humans and technology, providing readers with thought-provoking insights into how our reliance on machines shapes our future.
- Unique Visual Storytelling: GMB Chomichuk is known for his distinctive graphic novel style, combining striking illustrations with compelling narrative, offering a visually immersive experience that enhances the story's impact.
- Dystopian Adventure: Fans of dystopian fiction will be drawn to the book's post-apocalyptic setting, where the struggle for survival in a world dominated by automation creates a thrilling backdrop for the story's events.
- Themes of Family and Resilience: At its heart, 'The Automatic Age' is a tale of a father's determination to protect his son in a world where human life is undervalued, highlighting the enduring themes of family bonds and resilience in the face of adversity.