Machine learning, AI and large language models tell us that the future is with us now. This thrilling collection of science fiction stories gathers the fears and opportunities prompted by responsive chatbots to reveal the struggles of the Machine Age, affecting both humanity and artificial intelligence. With stories from open submissions and classic tales we examine the interplay between automation, humankind, and what it is to be human. The stories encourage us to think of human and machine development in the same terms. What is it like to emerge from childhood as an adult? What was it like to be at the mercy of elemental forces in ancient times? Are we truly in control of our climate now? Are machines the future, or a dangerous distraction? Are thinking machines inevitable? There's so much to explore in this fascinating new book.

The gorgeous editions of Flame Tree Gothic Fantasy, Classic Stories and Epic Tales collections bring together the entire range of myth, folklore and modern short fiction. Highlighting the roots of suspense, supernatural, science fiction and mystery stories, the books in Flame Tree Collections series are beautifully presented, perfect as a gift and offer a lifetime of reading pleasure.

Flame Tree's new collection of stories from submissions and classic literature offering thrilling tales of machine learning and AI.

About the Author
Created and developed at Flame Tree Publishing, independent publisher and creator of fine books, journals, notebooks and art calendars, with a focus on myths, gothic fantasy and great works. Roger Luckhurst is a cultural historian who specialises in the Gothic and science fiction. He writes and teaches in London, and his most recent book is Gothic: An Illustrated History (Thames and Hudson, 2021).


Book Information
ISBN 9781804177792
Author Flame Tree Studio (Literature and Science)
Format Hardback
Page Count 432
Imprint Flame Tree Publishing
Publisher Flame Tree Publishing
Weight(grams) 792g
Dimensions(mm) 234mm * 153mm * 36mm