Quote by Ursula K. LeGuin, from The Intro

Science fiction is not predictive; it is descriptive.

Science fiction is not predictive; it is descriptive.

Summary

This quote emphasizes that science fiction does not aim to predict the future but instead seeks to describe and explore different possibilities and hypothetical scenarios. It suggests that science fiction serves as a reflection of our present reality through its imaginative storytelling, offering commentary on social, technological, and scientific aspects of our world. Rather than attempting to foresee what will happen, science fiction offers a lens through which we can analyze and contemplate the potential consequences and implications of our current choices and actions.

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By Ursula K. LeGuin, from The Intro

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