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    Raymond Fisher Jones était un auteur américain de science-fiction dont la carrière a atteint son apogée des années 1940 aux années 1960. Son écriture explorait souvent des questions profondes sur l'humanité et sa place dans le cosmos, marquée par une observation aiguë et une approche originale du genre. Publiées dans des magazines de premier plan de l'époque, ses histoires présentaient des intrigues complexes et une capacité à évoquer un sentiment d'émerveillement et de suspense. L'œuvre de Jones offre des aperçus captivants sur l'avenir et la condition humaine.

    The Great Gray Plague
    • 2023

      The Great Gray Plague

      • 68pages
      • 3 heures de lecture

      "The Great Gray Plague" is a science fiction short story written by Raymond F. Jones. This riveting story depicts a futuristic civilization coping with the implications of unrestrained technological progress. The plot is set in a dystopian future and revolves around a society that has become overly reliant on technology. The Electronic Analyst, a machine, has taken on the task of controlling the populous, making critical decisions for humanity. When a devastating sickness known as the Great Gray Plague strikes, however, the Electronic Analyst is unable to locate a cure. Panic follows as society recognizes its vulnerability in the absence of human expertise. As the plot progresses, themes such as the dehumanizing consequences of technology and the perils of leaning too heavily on machines for decision-making emerge. It serves as a cautionary story about the dangers of ceding too much power to technology, as well as the value of human inventiveness and flexibility. Raymond F. Jones creates a thought-provoking novel that prompts readers to consider the role of technology in our lives as well as the delicate balance between automation and human agency. "The Great Gray Plague" is a timeless investigation of the dangers of a technologically dependent civilization, reminding us of the value of maintaining our humanity in an increasingly automated world.

      The Great Gray Plague