Computers Quote by Mike McCormack
““and it was surely the case also that only machines built to so large a scale and of such pristine alloys could bridge the span between heaven and earth with their song on our account and was she alone in these thoughts she wondered or did anyone else have similar feelings about these machines, this technology which of course they didn’t””
About This Quote
Source Novel: The Book of Evidence by Mike McCormack, 2009
The quote reflects awe and uncertainty about massive, pristine machines that seem capable of bridging cosmic distances, questioning whether others share the same reverence or fear.
In simple terms: Huge machines inspire wonder and doubt about shared feelings.
Key Takeaway
Consider how technology shapes collective imagination.
Themes
technology
wonder
isolation
humanity
scale
Mood
awe
contemplative
skeptical
Type
philosophical
inspirational
reflective
When to use this quote
- engineering projects
- space exploration
- public discourse on AI
- artistic speculation
Key Concepts
cosmic ambition
material perfection
existential reflection
Questions to Reflect On
- Do you feel alone in your awe of grand tech?
- How does shared perception affect technological adoption?
A Different Perspective
Not everyone perceives technology with the same emotional intensity; some view it pragmatically.
