The Worldwide Machine by Paolo Volponi
The book explores the impact of industrialization on human relationships and individual identity through the story of a factory worker in post-war Italy. As the protagonist navigates the dehumanizing environment of the factory, he grapples with feelings of alienation and loss of personal significance. The narrative delves into the broader social and psychological consequences of a mechanized world, highlighting the tension between technological progress and the human need for connection and meaning.
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- Published
- 1965
- Nationality
- Italian
- Length
- Short
- Pages
- 200-300
- Original Language
- Unknown
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- Strega Prize (Strega Prize)