The Romantic Analogue by W. W. Skupeldyckle
"The Romantic Analogue" by W. W. Skupeldyckle is a science fiction novel written in the early 1950s. The book explores themes of technology and romance, particularly through the lens of an innovative electronic calculator and its unexpected influence on human relationships. Set against a backdrop of mathematical complexities, the narrative unfolds with a blend of whimsy and intrigue. The story follows Norm Venner, a brilliant mathematician who creates a sophisticated analog calculator
named ICWEA (I Can Work 'Em All!). As Norm navigates personal and professional challenges, he becomes increasingly captivated by a mysterious young woman with deep-violet eyes who works in the office. He receives cryptic communications from the machine and finds himself embarking on a comedic and romantic journey of self-discovery. Ultimately, the narrative culminates in a revelation about love and connection, suggesting that even the most advanced technology can spark unexpected human emotions. The interplay between machine and man adds an inventive twist to the classic themes of romance and identity, exploring how love can intersect with the world of science. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
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About this eBook
| Author | Skupeldyckle, W. W. |
|---|---|
| Illustrator | Emshwiller, Ed, 1925-1990 |
| Title | The Romantic Analogue |
| Series Title | Produced from If Worlds of Science Fiction September 1953. |
| Note | Reading ease score: 85.6 (6th grade). Easy to read. |
| Credits |
Produced by Sankar Viswanathan, Greg Weeks, and the Online Distributed Proofreading Team at http://www.pgdp.net |
| Language | English |
| LoC Class | PS: Language and Literatures: American and Canadian literature |
| Subject | Science fiction |
| Subject | Short stories |
| Category | Text |
| EBook-No. | 32143 |
| Release Date | Apr 26, 2010 |
| Copyright Status | Public domain in the USA. |
| Downloads | 161 downloads in the last 30 days. |
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