Quote by Kurt Vonnegut

Like most science-fiction writers, Trout knew almost nothing about science.

Like most science-fiction writers, Trout knew almost nothing

Summary

This quote suggests that science-fiction writers, including Trout, have limited knowledge about the actual scientific principles and concepts behind their stories. Despite their lack of expertise, science-fiction writers still create imaginative and speculative narratives set in futuristic, scientific-based worlds. The quote highlights the notion that while scientific accuracy may not always be a primary concern for these writers, their storytelling abilities allow them to astound us with imaginative and thought-provoking tales in the realm of science fiction.

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