Literary Theory for Robots

"Literary Theory for Robots" explores the intriguing history of modern machine intelligence, connecting medieval philosophy, Hollywood, and missile defense systems to illuminate the shared origins of literature and computer science. Authored by Dennis Yi Tenen, a former Microsoft engineer and literature professor, the audiobook offers a nuanced perspective on AI, emphasizing that technological intelligence is rooted in centuries of human collaboration rather than magic. Through lively prose and thought-provoking insights, it encourages listeners to see AI as a product of collective effort and historical labor.