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Nicols Fox

    This author, also a bookseller, delves into the hidden Luddite tradition in literature, art, and individual lives, exploring the intricate connections between humanity, technology, and societal progress. Her writing critically examines the impact of modern life and industrialization on our well-being, urging readers to reconsider their relationship with the world around them. Through a keen analytical lens and a compelling narrative style, she uncovers surprising links and prompts reflection on our daily choices. Her work serves as a testament to the ongoing search for authenticity in a rapidly changing world.

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    Against the Machine: The Hidden Luddite Tradition in Literature, Art, and Individual Lives
    • 2002

      Contemporary resistance to technology is explored through a historical lens, tracing its roots back to the Luddites who protested the Industrial Revolution. Nicols Fox highlights a rich literary and philosophical tradition that has emerged over nearly two centuries, revealing connections between past and present critiques of technological advancement. The work offers a thought-provoking examination of how historical perspectives inform current debates about technology's role in society.

      Against the Machine: The Hidden Luddite Tradition in Literature, Art, and Individual Lives
    • 1998

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      • 448 pages
      • 16 hours of reading
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      A distinguished journalist reveals the truth about foodborne illness, explaining how the importing and exporting, processing, packaging, and distribution of food have led to an exposure to a wide variety of dangerous microbes and pathogens. Reprint.

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