“The Iron Man came to the top of the cliff. How far had he walked? Nobody knows. Where did he come from? Nobody knows. How was he made? Nobody knows. Taller than a house the Iron Man stood at the top of the cliff, at the very brink, in the darkness.”
Quote by Ted Hughes
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The Iron Man
This book is a science fiction classic that delves into the impact of technology on society. It follows the adventures of The Iron Man, a sentient robot, and his interactions with humans, raising questions about the nature of humanity and the consequences of technological advancement. more
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