Noun

Singular science fiction

Plural uncountable

science fiction (uncountable)

  1. Fiction in which advanced technology and/or science is a key element.
    Some purists consider motion pictures such as the Star Wars movies more as Westerns than science fiction.
  2. Technology which, while theoretically possible, is not yet practical.
    Despite decades of research, mass-market personal aircraft are still science fiction.

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Fri Sep 3 18:05:33 2010

Science fiction is a genre of fiction dealing with the impact of imagined innovations in science or technology, often in a futuristic setting. It differs from fantasy in that, within the context of the story, its imaginary elements are largely possible within scientifically established or scientifically postulated laws of nature (though some elements in a story might still be pure imaginative speculation). Exploring the consequences of such differences is the traditional purpose of science fiction, making it a "literature of ideas". Science fiction is largely based on writing rationally about alternative possibilities. The settings for science fiction are often contrary to known reality, but the majority of science fiction relies on a considerable degree of suspension of disbelief provided by potential scientific explanations to various fictional elements.

These may include:

  • A setting in the future, in alternative timelines, or in an historical past that contradicts known facts of history or the archaeological record
  • A setting in outer space, on other worlds, or involving aliens
  • Stories that involve technology or scientific principles that contradict known laws of nature
  • Stories that involve discovery or application of new scientific principles, such as time travel or psionics, or new technology, such as nanotechnology, faster-than-light travel or robots, or of new and different political or social systems (e.g., a dystopia, or a situation where organized society has collapsed)
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Fri Sep 3 00:15:53 2010

What are some good science fiction but romantic novels?
Q. Like the host was science fiction but not to mucch and had some love in it. Twilight is another good example. They dont have to be about vampires either.
Asked by Soccer Chic - Wed Nov 4 19:02:24 2009 - - 4 Answers - 0 Comments

A. These are all romantic Sci-fi/Fantasy books with romance. :) Vampire Academy by Richelle Mead -Vampire Academy #1 -Frostbite #2 -Shadow Kiss #3 -Blood Promise #4 > House of Night by P.C. Cast and Kristin Cast -Marked #1 -Betrayed #2 -Chosen #3 -Untamed #4 -Hunted #5 -Tempted #6 > Hunger Games Series by Suzanne Collins -The Hunger Games #1 -Catching Fire #2 > The Immortals by Alyson Noel -Evermore #1 -Blue Moon #2 >
Answered by AHeart33 - Wed Nov 4 13:25:53 2009

What separates good science fiction from bad science fiction? What is bad science fiction?
Q. I recently read an article by Mr. Jayant Narlikar (famous Indian astrophysicist) where the author gave an overview of the writings of H G Wells, Arthur C Clarke, Isaac Asimov and Ray Bradbury and said that bad science fiction is the one which creates irrational fear of science among readers and takes irresponsibly big liberties. While, good sci-fi paves the path for new scientific explorations. I guess, you have to take certain liberties with science fiction and you have to write about fancy stuff like anti-gravity, faster-than-light spaceships etc. My question is, how do you draw the line? And what exactly should a good science fiction writer do? Any suggested readings?
Asked by Abhy Abe - Tue Jan 2 21:15:24 2007 - - 6 Answers - 3 Comments

A. Sophist and Patienttraffic touch on a couple points that I find interesting. I think the work needs to be good literature to be good science fiction. Throwing a lot of gimmicks and gadgets our way doesn't make good literature. Developing a story that envelopes scientific changes and causes one to think, feel, or explore new ideas (ex: good or bad, ethical vs. unethical) is important in writing good literature and hence, good science fiction. Also, the work needs to be entertaining or engaging in some way to be "good." I love The Planet of the Apes by Pierre Boulle. I think it is both great literature and great science fiction. It's a what if scenario where science theory (evolution) and science possibility (time travel) work… [cont.]
Answered by home schooling mother - Wed Jan 3 03:30:37 2007

What are your favorite science fiction novels?
Q. I want to read a few science fiction books, but I can't decide which. Please tell me, which are your favorite?
Asked by Dreamer & Fighter - Tue Jun 2 05:32:09 2009 - - 7 Answers - 0 Comments

A. Yes, I agree with 20,000 Leagues Under the Sea! Jules Verne is the best. It's one of my favourite books, and science fiction isn't the most prominent genre in my collection. It's amazing! Hope you enjoy it :D
Answered by Sarah K - Mon Jun 1 23:29:53 2009

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Science fiction is a genre of fiction. It differs from fantasy in that, within the context of the story, its imaginary elements are largely possible within scientifically-established or scientifically-postulated laws of nature (though some elements in a story might still be pure imaginative speculation). Exploring the consequences of such differences is the traditional purpose of science fiction, making it a "literature of ideas".[1] Science fiction is largely based on writing entertainingly and rationally about alternate possibilities[2] in settings that are contrary to known reality.

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  • We hope it will not be long before we may have other works of Science-Fiction [like Richard Henry Horne’s ‘‘The Poor Artist’’], as we believe such books likely to fulfil a good purpose, and create an interest, where, unhappily, science alone might fail. [Thomas] Campbell says, that ‘‘Fiction in Poetry is not the reverse of truth, but her soft and enchanting resemblance.’’ Now this applies especially to Science-Fiction, in which the revealed truths of Science may be given, interwoven with a pleasing story which may itself be poetical and true—thus circulating a knowledge of the Poetry of Science, clothed in a garb of the Poetry of life.
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