3 Body Problem (Agnes Callard & Robin Hanson, with Arnold Brooks)
Minds Almost Meeting
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Exploring Sociological Complexity in Science Fiction and Fantasy
The chapter analyzes the simplistic social structures portrayed in science fiction and fantasy genres, using examples from the three-body problem world to illustrate the lack of detailed political and social backstories. It contrasts the focus on maintaining the present order and technological progress in science fiction with the more intricate social dynamics often explored in fantasy genres.
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