The Machine Stops
The Machine Stops is a dystopian work by E. M. Forster, published in 1909. The Dystopia Index files it under young-adult dystopia, tracing documented themes of ecological collapse. This entry links the book to its subgenres, themes, related titles, and where to read or borrow it.
| Author | E. M. Forster |
|---|---|
| First published | 1909 |
| ISBN-13 | 9781094801919 |
| Source | Wikipedia · Wikidata · Open Library |
About this entry
The Machine Stops is a 1900s dystopia by E. M. Forster. It is first published in England and originally written in English. Within this directory it sits among young-adult dystopia, surfacing ecological collapse. Library catalogues index it under subjects including english literature, children's fiction, science fiction, technology, social aspects, and environmental disasters. The edition on file runs about 41 pages, has been issued by DigiCat, and carries ISBN 9781094801919. See the linked Wikipedia entry for full plot detail and critical history; classifications here are editorial and marked unreviewed.
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Frequently asked
When was The Machine Stops published?
The Machine Stops was first published in 1909.
Who wrote The Machine Stops?
The Machine Stops was written by E. M. Forster.
What kind of dystopia is The Machine Stops?
The Dystopia Index classifies it under YA dystopia, with themes of Ecological collapse. These are editorial classifications, not the publisher's.
What is the ISBN of The Machine Stops?
A catalogued edition of The Machine Stops carries ISBN-13 9781094801919.
