Jules Verne - In consequence of inventing machines, men...

In consequence of inventing machines, men will be devoured by them.

Biography

Author Profession: Author

Nationality: French

Born: February 8, 1828

Died: March 24, 1905

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Consequence, Devoured, Inventing, Machines, Men, Them, Will

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