Clockwork Man is a unique and thought-provoking science fiction novel that transports readers to a futuristic world where technology has advanced to the point of creating humanoid robots. The story follows the journey of the Clockwork Man, a mysterious and enigmatic figure who suddenly materializes in a small English village.
What makes Clockwork Man stand out is its exploration of themes such as identity, humanity, and the nature of existence. Through the eyes of various characters, including the village doctor and his daughter, the reader is forced to question what it means to be human and how far society should go in its quest for technological advancement.
E. V. Odle's writing is engaging and evocative, drawing the reader into a world that is both familiar and eerily alien. The pacing is brisk, with plenty of twists and turns to keep the reader guessing until the very end.
Overall, Clockwork Man is a compelling and thought-provoking read that will appeal to fans of science fiction and speculative fiction. It is a timeless classic that raises important questions about the intersection of technology and humanity, and it is sure to leave a lasting impression on anyone who picks it up.
Book Description:
In the future, people will be fitted with clockwork devices in their heads which, among other things, allows them to travel through time. Well, it seems one of these devices has frizzed-out, and a Clockwork man appears in the middle of a cricket match in 1923. The Clockwork Man by E.V. Odle is believed to be the first instance of a human-machine cyborg appearing in literature. - Summary by Mark Nelson