Steve has made an excellent point - not all of us are wholly familiar with some of the terms that we have used in class (ie: space opera, cyber punk) so let's see if we can make a group effort to define some of those terms. Please comment with further definitions, and what said definitions mean to you, especially if your view differs from the wikipedia definition.
Wikipedia defines "space opera" as: "a subgenre of speculative fiction or science fiction that emphasizes romantic, often melodramatic adventure, set mainly or entirely in space, generally involving conflict between opponents possessing powerful (and sometimes quite fanciful) technologies and abilities. Perhaps the most significant trait of space opera is that settings, characters, battles, powers, and themes tend to be very large-scale."
Wikipedia defines "cyber punk" as: "a science fiction genre noted for its focus on "high tech and low life." The name is derived from cybernetics and punk and was originally coined by Bruce Bethke as the title of his short story "Cyberpunk," published in 1983, although the style was popularized well before its publication by editor Gardner Dozois. It features advanced science, such as informational technology and cybernetics, coupled with a degree of breakdown or radical change in the social order."
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Well that's cleared up a lot of confusion I'm sure, too bad the space opera aspect of this tale lacks collosal battles with over-the-top action.
It's like a space opera, cyberpunk smoothie laced with pot. Interesting combo there, not a bad result though. I didn't really miss the battles and powers to tell the truth. The jittery space sailing with Matt on his way to Titov was good enough, I thought. I do expect some more action in future novels however.
Hmm, thanks Chase, that helps a bit. I'm sure as the class progresses, so will the definitions of these terms. For now, this will hold off my confusion.
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