"And by the way, I wanted to point out that Kindred is not science fiction. You'll note there's no science in it. It's a kind of grim fantasy"
- Octavia Butler
About this Quote
Octavia Butler is making a difference in between sci-fi and dream in this quote. She is saying that her unique Kindred is not sci-fi since it does not contain any science. Instead, she is suggesting that Kindred is a kind of dream, however a grim one. This is an important difference to make because sci-fi and dream are 2 unique genres. Science fiction typically contains aspects of science and technology, while dream is normally more concentrated on the supernatural and wonderful aspects. By stating that Kindred is a kind of fantasy, Butler is stressing the supernatural and magical aspects of the book. She is also suggesting that the book is a darker kind of dream, which is why she calls it "grim dream".
This quote is written / told by Octavia Butler between June 22, 1947 and February 24, 2006. He/she was a famous Writer from USA.
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