The Two Faces of Technological Utopianism: Edward Bellamy and Horatio Alger, Jr.

Walden, Daniel

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Publication Date: 1981

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The Two Faces of Technological Utopianism: Edward Bellamy and Horatio Alger, Jr.

Walden, Daniel

Journal of General Education, v33 n1 p26-30 Spr 1981

Considers two American views of the individual's road to a better life: Edward Bellamy's utopia achieved through technology and Horatio Alger, Jr.'s utopia received through honesty and hard work. Deems both views as unrealistic solutions for nineteenth-century America. Lauds authors' vision for transforming society and the individual's economic status nonetheless. (Editor/DMM)

Descriptors: Nineteenth Century Literature, Quality of Life, Rural to Urban Migration, Social Change, Social Values, Technology

Publication Type: Journal Articles; Opinion Papers

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Language: English

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