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The Machine that Won the War

Isaac Asimov
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The Machine that Won the War

Fiction | Short Story | Adult

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Isaac Asimov

The Machine that Won the War

Fiction | Short Story | Adult
Book Details
Pages

7

Format

Short Story • Fiction

Genre
Science Fiction
Setting

Earth • Future

Audience

Adult

Recommended Reading Age

12-18 years

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Super Short Summary

In "The Machine that Won the War" by Isaac Asimov, three key individuals reflect on a recent victory where a powerful computer, Multivac, was believed to have played a crucial role. Through their conversation, it becomes clear that human decisions and intuition were more significant in achieving success than the machine's data alone.

Informative

Mysterious

Contemplative

Suspenseful

Reviews & Readership

3.7

240 ratings

58%

Loved it

32%

Mixed feelings

10%

Not a fan

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Review Roundup

Isaac Asimov's The Machine that Won the War is praised for its clever exploration of the fallibility of technology and human reliance on intuition. While readers appreciate its engaging storytelling and thought-provoking themes, some criticize its predictability and brevity. Overall, the story is a compelling reflection on the roles of human judgment and technology.

Who should read this

Who Should Read The Machine that Won the War?

Fans of classic sci-fi with a love for twist endings will enjoy The Machine that Won the War. Similar in appeal to works like Arthur C. Clarke’s 2001: A Space Odyssey, it captivates readers intrigued by technology and human decision-making dynamics.

3.7

240 ratings

58%

Loved it

32%

Mixed feelings

10%

Not a fan

Book Details
Pages

7

Format

Short Story • Fiction

Genre
Science Fiction
Setting

Earth • Future

Audience

Adult

Recommended Reading Age

12-18 years

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