Before jumping right in, let's think about what science fiction means to us. How do we relate to science fiction? What can science fiction tell us about ourselves? What does science fiction tell us about our own society's cultural values, norms, and concerns?
In her introduction to The Left Hand Of Darkness, Ursula LeGuin beautifully illustrates the relationships among writer, reader, and society. In addition, LeGuin elaborates on the meaning on science fiction.
Is imagination a form of social change?
ReplyDeleteThis is a BBC Radio Programme that examines how science fiction can be used to communicate society's fears, concerns, and desires
http://www.bbc.co.uk/programmes/b0145x7h