The Diamond Age (novel)

*The Diamond Age* by Neal Stephenson is a science fiction novel set in a future world where nanotechnology allows for customized, advanced gadgets and materials. It explores themes of education, social class, and innovation through the story of a young girl named Nell, who gains access to a powerful, interactive book designed to teach and empower her. The novel examines how technology can influence society, shaping identities and relationships, while highlighting the potential for both progress and inequality in a highly interconnected and technologically advanced world.