34 pages 1 hour read

Karel Čapek

R.U.R.

Fiction | Play | Adult | Published in 1920

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Reviews & Readership

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Karel Čapek's play R.U.R. is widely praised for introducing the term "robot" and offering prophetic insights into automation and its societal impacts. Positive reviews commend its inventive narrative and philosophical depth. Criticisms include a somewhat dated writing style and occasional melodrama. Overall, it's a thought-provoking classic in science fiction and theater.

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Who Should Read R.U.R.?

Fans of dystopian fiction and thought-provoking science fiction will enjoy Karel Čapek's R.U.R.. Similar to readers of H.G. Wells' The Time Machine or Aldous Huxley's Brave New World, this play offers a compelling exploration of robotics, ethics, and the potential consequences of technological advancement.

Recommended

Reading Age

18+years

Book Details

Genre
Science-Fiction / Dystopian Fiction
Play: Drama
Play: Tragedy
Topics
Technology
Education
History: World
Themes
Natural World: Appearance & Reality
Emotions/Behavior: Love
Values/Ideas: Science & Technology