The author describes how the development of technology has led to the outbreak of World War I. The book "Somnambulists: How Europe Slept into the First World War" by Sergio del Molino offers a unique perspective on the events leading up to the outbreak of World War I. The author argues that the rapid evolution of technology in the late 19th and early 20th centuries created a sense of complacency among European leaders, who were lulled into a false sense of security by their new weapons and military machines. This complacency, combined with the rise of nationalism and imperialism, ultimately led to the devastating conflict that ravaged the continent for four years. The book begins with a detailed examination of the technological advancements of the time, including the development of machine guns, tanks, and airplanes. Del Molino shows how these innovations, while intended to increase military efficiency and security, actually had the opposite effect, creating a false sense of invincibility among European powers. He argues that this false sense of security allowed leaders to ignore the warning signs of impending war and instead focus on their own national interests, leading to the outbreak of hostilities. Del Molino also explores the role of nationalism and imperialism in the lead-up to the war, highlighting how these ideologies fueled tensions between nations and contributed to the escalation of violence.

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