My selection rationale for Klara and the Sun

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When I first came across the introduction of "Klara and the Sun," a series of vivid images started to emerge in my mind, reminiscent of the robot-themed movies I had watched in the past, such as "WALL-E," the recently well-received "Robot Dreams," and "The Wild Robot." It dawned on me that the concepts explored in these films are gradually becoming a reality in our world today. With the rapid development of AI and artificial intelligence, it has already become an indispensable part of our lives. We witness more and more people using AI to solve problems, assist in work, and even meet emotional needs. This has sparked my strong curiosity about how we should handle the relationship between humans and machines. What is the key difference between humans and machines? If artificial intelligence could potentially avoid all the flaws of human nature in the future, how should we, as humans, position ourselves? And does genetic engineering technology truly make us "better"?
When watching such works of art, I always feel a strong sense of sympathy for the robots. Their every selfless action for humans deeply touches me and stirs up emotions of warmth. I hope that by reading this book, I can gain a clearer understanding of the issues related to the relationship between humans and machines in the AI era, and how to reflect on and deal with them. Moreover, I look forward to experiencing the exquisite writing style of Kazuo Ishiguro, which I believe will provide me with a profound and thought-provoking reading experience.
Book introduction
"Klara and the Sun" by Kazuo Ishiguro, a Nobel Prize-winning author, is a science fiction novel set in a near-future world. In this world, technology is advanced, and society is divided. Artificial Friends (AFs), humanoid robots designed to be companions for children, are common. The story is about Klara, a solar-powered AF robot, and her relationship with Josie, a sick girl who chooses her. Klara believes the sun can heal Josie and tries to save her. The novel explores themes of humanity, technology, and what it means to be human. It questions whether technology can replace human emotions and if gene editing makes us better. It also looks at the ethical issues of artificial intelligence and the value of humanity in a world where machines may be more "human-like."