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Crash by J.G. Ballard

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Ted Gioia
Jan 01, 2000
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This disturbing novel is often classified as science fiction, though at first glance the label may seem unjustified. The most advanced technologies described in this book are cars and airplanes—and very conventional ones at that. Unlike other Ballard books, such as The Crystal World or The Drowned World, with their apocalyptic sci-fi scenarios, Crash de…

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