Le Vingtième Siècle: La Vie Électrique

Name: Le Vingtième Siècle: La Vie Électrique
Author: Albert Robida

By Albert Robida

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A speculative narrative portrays a future society remade by pervasive electrical technologies, detailing inventions for weather control, instantaneous communication, aerial travel, and domestic automation. It balances descriptive scenes of everyday conveniences with satirical observation of dependence on complex infrastructure, showing how technical mastery brings both comfort and novel risks when systems fail. Episodes of accidents and institutional responses illustrate tensions between human ambition and unintended consequences. The work mixes imaginative technological detail with social reflection to examine how progress alters routines, institutions, and interpersonal relations.

About the Author

Albert Robida

Albert Robida was a French author and illustrator known for his imaginative works that often blended science fiction with social commentary. His notable book, "Le Vingtième Siècle: La Vie Électrique," presents a visionary look at the future, exploring the impact of technology on society. Robida's writings reflect a keen interest in urban life and historical themes, as seen in his other works such as "Les assiègés de Compiègne, 1430" and "Mesdames Nos Aïeules: dix siècles d'élégances." His unique perspective on the evolution of cities and culture has contributed to his lasting legacy in French literature.