Science fiction writers, I am sorry to say, really do not know anything. We can't talk about science, because our knowledge of it is limited and unofficial, and usually our fiction is dreadful.

Summary

This quote, attributed to Ray Bradbury, suggests that science fiction writers may not possess deep knowledge of science. The quote implies that their understanding of scientific concepts is limited and unofficial, leading their fiction to often fall short. Bradbury's statement highlights the potential disparity between the creative and imaginative aspects of science fiction writing and the accuracy or rigor of scientific principles depicted within their stories. Overall, the quote acknowledges the humble limits of science fiction authors in discussing science while expressing disappointment with the quality of their representation.

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