Why I Am Not Going to Buy a Computer

Series: Penguin Modern
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In Why I Am Not Going to Buy a Computer, Wendell Berry presents his thought-provoking essay reflecting on his choice to avoid modern technology in favour of traditional writing methods. He discusses his personal experiences and broader implications of technology on culture and environment, inviting readers to consider the balance between innovation and simplicity. Berry’s work is a blend of personal philosophy and cultural critique, encouraging thoughtful reflection on progress and sustainability in the arts.
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You might enjoy this collection of essays if you appreciate contemplative writings that challenge modern technological dependency, especially from an esteemed voice in the world of arts and culture. Wendell Berry's thoughtful arguments and reflections provide insight into living a simpler life, offering a refreshing perspective for those curious about more traditional ways of working and connecting with the world.

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Why I Am Not Going to Buy a Computer

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Fifty new books at £1 each, celebrating the pioneering spirit of the Penguin Modern Classics series, from inspiring essays to groundbreaking fiction and poetry.

Do I wish to keep up with the times? No. My wish simply is to live my life as fully as I can.

The great American poet, novelist, and environmental activist argues for a life lived slowly.

Series: Penguin Modern

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INFORMATION

ISBN: 9780241337561

Publisher: Penguin Books Ltd

Format: Paperback / softback

Date Published: 22 February 2018

Country: United Kingdom

Imprint: Penguin Classics

Audience: General / adult

DIMENSIONS

Spine width: 7.0mm

Width: 110.0mm

Height: 160.0mm

Weight: 46g

Pages: 64

About the Author

'A farmer of sorts and an artist of sorts,' Wendell Berry is the author of more than fifty books of poetry, fiction, and essays. He has received fellowships from the Guggenheim, Lannan, and Rockefeller foundations and the National Endowment for the Arts, and also the Dayton Literary Peace Prize, the Cleanth Brooks Medal for Lifetime Achievement, and the National Humanities Medal. For more than forty years, he has lived and farmed in his native Henry Country, Kentucky, with his wife, Tanya, and their children and grandchildren.

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