An edition of The Machineries of Joy (1949)

The machineries of joy

short stories

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An edition of The Machineries of Joy (1949)

The machineries of joy

short stories

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"The Machineries of Joy" is a collection of short stories by Ray Bradbury, known for his distinctive blend of science fiction and fantasy. The book features a diverse range of tales, from the whimsical to the haunting, all infused with Bradbury's characteristic poetic prose. The stories explore themes such as the impact of technology on humanity, the passage of time, and the power of imagination.
One of the most notable stories in the collection is "The Veldt," which envisions a futuristic nursery that comes to life with deadly consequences. Another is "The Machineries of Joy," which delves into the bittersweet nature of nostalgia and the passage of time. Bradbury's ability to evoke a sense of wonder and unease in equal measure is a testament to his storytelling prowess.
Overall, "The Machineries of Joy" offers a captivating journey through Bradbury's imagination, making it a must-read for fans of speculative fiction and short stories.

Publish Date
Publisher
Rupert Hart-Davis
Language
English
Pages
239

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Edition Availability
Cover of: The Machineries of Joy
The Machineries of Joy
1977, Granada Publishing
in English
Cover of: THE MACHINERIES OF JOY
THE MACHINERIES OF JOY
1973, BANTAM
Paperback
Cover of: The Machineries of Joy
The Machineries of Joy
1972, Corgi Books
in English
Cover of: The machineries of joy
The machineries of joy: short stories
1970-07, Bantam Books
in English - Bantam ed.
Cover of: Machineries of joy
Machineries of joy
1966, Corgi Books
in English
Cover of: The machineries of joy
The machineries of joy: short stories
1964, Rupert Hart-Davis
in English
Cover of: The machineries of joy
Cover of: The machineries of joy
The machineries of joy: short stories.
1964, Simon and Schuster
in English

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Edition Notes

Also published, New York, Simon & Schuster,1964.

Published in
London

Classifications

Dewey Decimal Class
823.91FS

The Physical Object

Pagination
239p.,ill.,21cm
Number of pages
239

ID Numbers

Open Library
OL19161602M
Internet Archive
machineriesofjoy0000unse

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