Quote by Terry Pratchett

We're living in science fiction, but we don't realize it.

We're living in science fiction, but we don't realize it.

Summary

This quote suggests that technological advancements in our modern society have exceeded our expectations, yet many fail to acknowledge or fully comprehend the extent to which science and innovation have transformed our world. The quote serves as a reminder that our everyday experiences, such as the ability to communicate instantly with someone halfway across the world or access vast amounts of information with a few clicks, would have seemed like science fiction in the past. It highlights how the present has become so futuristic that it is often taken for granted.

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Science Fiction Living Realize

By Terry Pratchett

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