Machine Learnings

From Futuristic Visions to Unexplored Landscapes, "Machine Learnings" by Robert W. Bly Transcends Boundaries with a Tripartite Odyssey into Strange Realms


Embark on a thrilling journey through the realms of science, fiction, and the extraordinary landscapes in between with Machine Learnings by the renowned Robert W. Bly. This captivating anthology presents a tripartite adventure into the weird and wonderful, offering a mosaic of narratives that defy convention as much as they spark the imagination.


In the first section, “Science Fiction,” Bly invites you to explore futuristic worlds where technology reigns supreme and the boundaries of possibility are pushed to their limits. Encounter sentient machines, some not-so-sensate people, and mind-bending concepts that will challenge your understanding of our world — and our place in it.


Transitioning seamlessly into the realm of “Science Fact,” this anthology delves into the intriguing intersection of reality and speculative ideas. In the style of esteemed writers such as Isaac Asimov, Bly, known for his keen insights, offers thought-provoking snippets and explorations of scientific concepts that blur the line between the known and the imagined.


But it's in the enigmatic “Landscapes in Between” where Bly truly showcases his mastery. Here, he unveils fragments of stories — tantalizing glimpses into worlds yet to be fully realized. These snippets and story ideas serve as seeds of inspiration, beckoning readers to cultivate their own imaginative landscapes and complete the narratives in their minds.


Machine Learnings is an anthology unlike any other, a treasure trove of weird and strange tales that transport you across boundaries and challenge your perceptions. Whether you're a devoted fan of speculative fiction, a science enthusiast, or an explorer of the uncanny, this collection promises to enthrall, entertain, and expand the horizons of your mind. Join Robert W. Bly on an odyssey through the realms of possibility and let your imagination soar.


CONTENTS


Preface

Part I: Science Fiction

A Portrait of the Artist as a Frozen Embryo

What Does Not Break Us

The Devil and Daniel Wexler

Getting Along

Dead Man

Happy Anniversary, Uncle Roswell

Oceanus: at World’s End

Teleopoetical Argument

The Complete Novels of the Philosopher’s Stoned

Part II: Science Fact

Tachyons: Faster Than Light Particles

Gravity Waves

Laser Fusion

Black Holes in the Universe

Joseph Priestly and the Discovery of Oxygen

My Chemistry Set

Part III: Landscapes

Some Story Ideas

Advice from My Writing Coach

The Lampreys of Innsmouth


READERS PRAISE BOB BLY’S PREVIOUS SCI-FI BOOKS

Bob’s stories are imaginative, well-structured and delightful fun. They are full of engaging people facing strange challenges that resolve themselves surprisingly and well. —Michael Masterson


Bob Bly’s stories engage the reader from the first sen- tence. From mainstream to science fiction and everything in-between, these stories explore contemporary themes with sensitivity and often a great deal of humor. —Mark Smallwood


Bob Bly [can] write great science fiction. In the tradition of Asimov, Bradbury, and others, these aren’t just stories about a world that isn’t. They’re big ideas wrapped in tight, funny tales. —Jack T.


The stories are all unique, clever and quite interesting, ranging from an encounter between Van Helsing and Dracula to how rubber bands multiply and devour paper clips. While written somewhat tongue in cheek, Bly’s stories not only make you laugh, but they also make you think. —C.P.


I loved it! The story about the rubber bands is what of those stories that make you go “Hmmm.” Then the story of the guy in the unemployment office totally blew me away. Buy this book and discover a genius at work. —Kenneth Powers