The Machine In The Garden by Leo Marx
"The Machine in the Garden" explores the relationship between technology and the pastoral ideal in American culture. The book examines how the intrusion of industrialization and mechanization into rural, idyllic landscapes has been a persistent theme in American literature, reflecting broader societal tensions between nature and technology. Through a detailed analysis of literary works and historical events, the author argues that this dynamic symbolizes deeper conflicts in the American psyche regarding progress, environmental stewardship, and the quest for meaning in a rapidly changing world.