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A review by jnbluvs
Severance by Ling Ma
4.0
A book that expertly conveys the dangers of capitalism and consumerism. I find it astounding that the post-apocalyptic feel of the book, expressed in a severe and far-fetched yet somewhat plausible “this is what will happen if we go too far”
was actually represented in our world’s handling of Covid, even though this novel was written prior to the epidemic. It’s a true eye-opener that our actions are not only predictably harmful on a small and large scale, but that without a reprioritization of what truly matters in life, we are setting ourselves up for a bleak future.
Ling Ma’s "Severance" serves as a stark warning, highlighting how our relentless pursuit of profit and productivity can lead to devastating consequences. By juxtaposing the mundane routines of office life with the unraveling of civilization, "Severance" challenges us to prioritize human connection and resilience over mindless consumerism, offering a timely and thought-provoking critique of contemporary society.
was actually represented in our world’s handling of Covid, even though this novel was written prior to the epidemic. It’s a true eye-opener that our actions are not only predictably harmful on a small and large scale, but that without a reprioritization of what truly matters in life, we are setting ourselves up for a bleak future.
Ling Ma’s "Severance" serves as a stark warning, highlighting how our relentless pursuit of profit and productivity can lead to devastating consequences. By juxtaposing the mundane routines of office life with the unraveling of civilization, "Severance" challenges us to prioritize human connection and resilience over mindless consumerism, offering a timely and thought-provoking critique of contemporary society.