Attributes of Good Science Fiction

Good science fiction involves inventing fictional science and exploring its ramifications in science and society. It requires rigorous adherence to consistent laws of physics and societal norms, making sense of alien descriptions and addressing scientific paradoxes. Authors such as Greg Egan and Neil Stevenson are praised for their meticulous research and ability to create different genres while maintaining consistency. Ted Chiang's writing, exemplified by his story 'Understand', delves into complex themes such as epistemology and intelligence augmentation. Similarly, Borges' genre-less storytelling incorporates elements of time, infinity, and logical consequences, blurring the lines between fantasy and science fiction.