Hephæstus : $b or, The soul of the machine

** "Hephæstus: or, The Soul of the Machine" by E. E. Fournier d'Albe is a thoughtful look at how technology and humans connect using the story of the Greek god Hephæstus. The book pictures Hephæstus as a symbol of human success and invention, showing how he goes from being an outcast to a key figure in making civilization better. He makes tools and weapons that show how humans can grow and change the world through fire and machines. In the end, the story offers a hopeful view of the future, where progress and working together are possible because of our ability to invent and use technology to create a better world. **