Not on equal footing

Author: Xinghe
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Publish Date: 2005-01-01
Features: Open the door to the future for you, touching every nerve of your imagination. Many galaxies have left traces of our fantasy, and we don’t know where this journey will end. We only know that humanity is advancing toward the vast universe. The progress of science and technology and the changes in the socio-economy are profoundly altering people’s perception of space and time. For many, the most immediate change is in spatial awareness. The Earth is becoming smaller, which is a widely accepted fact. Highways and convenient air networks have turned our planet into a small global village; the computer and information superhighway have entered households, fundamentally breaking down spatial barriers; space shuttles, manned spacecraft, and space stations are turning humanity’s dreams of flight into reality, with the days of traveling to distant interstellar spaces and colonizing outer space not far off. The change in spatial perception helps people broaden their horizons and explore the world, which is crucial for both individuals and nations.
The series of "Science Fiction Storm" books presented to the readers are written by accomplished young science fiction writers in China’s science fiction literary scene. Although their styles vary and their focal points differ, it is evident that after years of exploration, Chinese science fiction has moved from imitating foreign works to creating mature works with distinct Chinese characteristics. This is a gratifying achievement. It is particularly noteworthy that this series pioneers the genre of short science fiction. In their concise length, the books feature tense and vivid plots, crisp and concise language, magical and magnificent science fiction concepts, and delicate and touching psychological descriptions. Not only are they highly readable, but they also leave readers with ample room for reflection and imagination. This is a bountiful harvest in the field of Chinese science fiction in recent years.