JOURNAL ARTICLE

A synthetic sisterhood.

  • Published In: New Scientist, 2025, v. 267, n. 3553. P. 26 1 of 3

  • Database: Academic Search Ultimate 2 of 3

  • Authored By: Bushwick, Sophie 3 of 3

Abstract

The article discusses the evolution of female robots in literature, culminating in the recent award-winning novel "Annie Bot" by Sierra Greer, which features a sentient sex robot that develops a sense of personhood. It traces the portrayal of artificial women from early myths and stories, such as Galatea in Greek mythology, to modern narratives that explore themes of autonomy and identity, including works like "R.U.R." and "Ex Machina." The article highlights how these fictional representations reflect societal anxieties about technology, gender roles, and the implications of creating beings that challenge traditional human relationships. It concludes by questioning the future paths of these artificial women as they seek independence from their creators. [Extracted from the article]

Additional Information

  • Source:New Scientist. 2025/07, Vol. 267, Issue 3553, p26
  • Document Type:Literary Criticism
  • Subject Area:Literature and Writing
  • Publication Date:2025
  • ISSN:0262-4079
  • DOI:10.1016/s0262-4079(25)01208-4
  • Accession Number:186823262
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