The Veldt

Interesting Facts

• "The Veldt" is a story included in the collection "The Illustrated Man".
• The plot focuses on a family living in a house with a high-tech nursery capable of materializing any fantasies the children have.
• The room in the story becomes a symbol of the dangers of excessive reliance on technology.
• The children in the story use the room to create an African savanna with lions, which ultimately leads to tragic consequences.
• The story explores themes of parental control, responsibility, and the impact of technology on human relationships.