Against the Machine: The Hidden Luddite Tradition in Literature, Art, and Individual Lives

Contemporary resistance to technology is explored through a historical lens, tracing its roots back to the Luddites who protested the Industrial Revolution. Nicols Fox highlights a rich literary and philosophical tradition that has emerged over nearly two centuries, revealing connections between past and present critiques of technological advancement. The work offers a thought-provoking examination of how historical perspectives inform current debates about technology's role in society.