Wired Love

The story revolves around the characters Nattie Rogers and C (Cyrus) who meet in an online chat room of sorts known as the Exchange where telegraph operators interact. Nattie a young telegraph operator develops a friendship with C through their telegraph exchanges not knowing his true identity or appearance. As their conversations progress feelings of love begin to develop between them. The novel explores the challenges and complexities of romantic relationships in the context of the emerging telegraph communication technology. It delves into themes such as identity trust and the nature of true connection in a technologically mediated world. Wired Love offers a glimpse into the early days of telecommunications and the possibilities it presented for social interaction and romance. Thayers novel captures the excitement and novelty of this new form of communication as well as the anxieties and uncertainties that accompanied it. Although not widely known or read today Wired Love is notable for its early exploration of the intersection between romance and technology. It serves as a precursor to contemporary themes of online relationships and the impact of digital communication on human connections. The novel provides an intriguing perspective on the ways in which technology shapes and influences our personal lives and relationships even in an era long before the internet and social media. It stands as a unique piece of literature that reflects the social and technological changes of its time.