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How a 2010 Novel Predicted Our Dystopian Present – and What We Can Learn from It

Opinion
June 19, 2026 · 1:42 PM

Gary Shteyngart's 2010 novel "Super Sad True Love Story" eerily anticipated many aspects of today's world, from digital obsession to societal decay. In a recent interview, the author reflects on how the book's prescient themes resonate even more strongly now, and offers insights on finding joy amidst the chaos. Shteyngart suggests that embracing human connection and skepticism toward technology can help us navigate this dystopian reality.