Qualityland

Name: Qualityland
Brand: Hachette Aotearoa New Zealand
SKU: 9781409191155
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Visit Tomorrow, Today!

By Marc-Uwe Kling

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Summary

In Qualityland, Marc-Uwe Kling imagines a future where algorithms dictate every aspect of life, determining personal choices and societal norms in an ultra-efficient economy. The story follows Peter Jobless, an unlikely hero in a world of digital determinism, as he navigates a society where everyone is ranked and consumerism is omnipresent. With sharp wit and social commentary, the novel explores themes of technology, identity, and the quest for authenticity in a hyper-connected world.
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Book Hero Magic created this recommendation. While it's new and still learning, it may not be perfect - your feedback is welcome! IS THIS YOUR NEXT READ?

If you enjoy dystopian tales with a satirical twist, this book may appeal to you. It depicts a future where technology and corporate interests shape society in amusing and thought-provoking ways. Fans of clever social commentary and dark humour will likely find this story entertaining and insightful.

Hilarious, chilling and ... prescient? Welcome to QualityLand: the greatest and most advanced country in the world.

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WELCOME TO QUALITYLAND

This book is for you. Yes, you specifically.

We hope you enjoy your trip to the happiest, most advanced place on earth.

QualityLand is the world's first 2.0 country, where everything is run by infallible algorithm, including:

Society (in which everyone is ranked by level)
Shopping (orders arrive before you even know you want them)
Relationships (you will be notified instantly if there is a better match)

In fact, this very algorithm selected you to visit QualityLand. If you don't like it, you're not just ungrateful - you're also wrong, because the algorithm is always right.

While you're visiting, be aware there is an election going on - the perfect time to see QualityLand in action...

ENJOY YOUR TRIP!

Book Hero Magic summarised reviews for this book. While it's new and still learning, it may not be perfect - your feedback is welcome! HOW HAS THIS BEEN REVIEWED?

Qualityland by Marc-Uwe Kling is praised for its incisive satire and clever social commentary, drawing comparisons to works by Orwell and Vonnegut. The book is described as a sharp, dystopian comedy that critiques modern society's obsession with technology and efficiency. It presents a thought-provoking and humorous narrative, engaging readers with its wit and relevant social insights. The blend of comedy and critique has earned it acclaim and an HBO adaptation.

Book Details

INFORMATION

ISBN: 9781409191155

Publisher: Orion Publishing Co

Format: Paperback / softback

Date Published: 18 February 2021

Country: United Kingdom

Imprint: Orion (an Imprint of The Orion Publishing Group Ltd )

Audience: General / adult

DIMENSIONS

Spine width: 28.0mm

Width: 128.0mm

Height: 196.0mm

Weight: 300g

Pages: 352

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Dystopian Fiction Fiction General Fiction Marc-Uwe Kling

About the Author

Marc-Uwe Kling is a German author, songwriter, and stand-up comedian. Qualityland spent months on the German bestseller lists, has sold more than half a million copies to date internationally, and is currently in production as an HBO series. Kling lives in Berlin.

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