Kurt Vonnegut Jr.'s novel "Player Piano" explores themes of individuality and societal expectations in a future where machines dominate human labor. The narrative highlights the struggle of characters who grapple with a mechanized society that values efficiency over humanity, leading to a loss of personal identity. Through their experiences, Vonnegut critiques the consequences of technology on the human spirit and advocates for the importance of self-identity in a conformist world.
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