‘Feed’ by M.T. Anderson depicts a modernised future, where basic social value and attitudes seem to be crumbling under the changes that technology brings about. The text challenges out social perception of a trans-humanistic utopia, as it explores ideas such as isolation, over-dependance of technology and deterioration of humane common sense, maturity and intelligence. ‘Feed’ illustrates a satirical representation of modern youth, delves into the reality of evolving technology and darkens the lines that separate

Isolation is a theme that the text subtly presents through the use of first person point of view. The author conveys the protagonist’s views on his friends and the world around him as disconnected and disinteresting, *QUOTE*, he is often left questioning many aspects of his social relationships. “I get lonely at party’s, but its worse when I leave. The feed tells me this is the music you heard, this is the music you missed”. This highlights the ‘mental invasion’ of technology as it examines and probes his insecurities. The use of 1st POV helps to add a degree of psychological depth to the story’s robotic atmosphere, which helps to reinforce the ideas of isolation and disconnection as well as Titus’s mental anguish.

‘Feed’ also explores ‘trans-humanism’ and the over-reliance that society has on modern technology. These ideas illustrate the negative affects of evolving technologically on a societal level.The author conveys over-dependence on technology leads to the deterioration of common sense, maturity and intelligence. This is evident by Titus’s attitudes and behaviour towards many parts of his life. Titus and his friends represent the teenage aspect of modern society. His narration, abundant in ‘like’ and cussing emphasises the image of this representation. The main characters are depicted with simplistic vocabulary, superficial relationships and a