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Sci-Fi's Inventive Power
- Science fiction writers invent entirely new technologies, not just amplify existing scientific ideas.
- Robotics and virtual reality concepts originated in science fiction before the technology existed.
Verne's Influence
- As a child, Palmer Luckey's favorite book, 20,000 Leagues Under the Sea, sparked his interest in technical aspects of science fiction.
- Jules Verne's detailed descriptions of the Nautilus's technology inspired Luckey's love for hard sci-fi.
Luckey's Sci-Fi
- Palmer Luckey has written unpublished sci-fi stories exploring themes like technology's impact on society.
- One story, "The Last Hot Rod," depicts a future where self-built technology is rare, highlighting the importance of individual control.