Why is science fiction so popular these days?

Modern literature is so diverse that any reader finds books suitable for himself. Therefore, today there is no question why people read fiction, whether fantasy is suitable for adults and many others. Each person is unique, has a unique set of qualities and preferences, so he reads different books. But the topic of science fiction has always been discussed and very controversial. Until now, experts in the literary field have not come to a consensus, who and when became the founder of the genre. Despite this, today the themes of scientific progress, the future and space are especially relevant and in demand.

Features and types of science fiction genre

Distinguish different types of science fiction from each other quite easily. For example, fantasy contains elements of magic and magic, but science fiction should be based on the scientific or technical aspect. Here, the author creates some fantastic assumption that has a scientific basis. It can be space exploration, discoveries, inventions, progress, and so on. Although in fantasy there are also fantastic events, they can be in no way related to the laws of physics, for example. But in science fiction – this is a key distinguishing feature.

It is believed that science fiction as a literary genre appeared as a result of the industrial revolution of the XIX century. At the origins of the direction put Jules Verne, Herbert Wells and other writers. And Mary Shelley’s book “Frankenstein” is generally called the first science fiction work. Note that this genre is not only fantasies of the author on the theme of space, technology, robots. There is also a social science fiction direction of works, where the question of society and the future of mankind is raised. And here post-apocalyptic books tell about the variants of what is happening during or after universal catastrophes. Such novels are quite easy to confuse with dystopias.

What books to read in the genre of modern science fiction?

We have compiled a list of interesting authors who create relevant and original novels:

• read Alexander Gerd’s books written in the genre of science fiction – it means to explore modernity and go on adventures with the daring hero while exploring a new world;
• andy Vale’s novel “The Martian” maximally immerses in the conditions of life on another planet, which was facilitated by the author’s deep technical knowledge, passion for astronautics, physics and other sciences;
• ukrainian writer Max Kidruk released the first book in the cycle “New Dark Ages”, which excited readers and proved that Ukraine also has talented fiction writers.

Why is science fiction relevant again?

Science fiction is equally popular in literature and cinema. Increasingly, sci-fi films are making box office hits and books are selling huge print runs. Culture is cyclical; it is constantly transforming and evolving, broadcasting the current problems of humanity. When there is a significant leap in technological advancement, attention is sharpened to future prospects. People again seek to know what awaits them in the future, what alternative variants of reality may exist, etc.

It is no secret that the world has changed. And this fact forces our logic to search intensively for answers to new questions. Often we find them in science fiction books, assimilate the received ideas and ways of solving problems. The modern genre has expanded so much that already in the works we see not only robotics or space battles, but also subtle psychology. The authors highlight the deep problems of man, weaving them into technical topics.

There are pros and cons of science fiction for every reader. Someone does not like to read about interplanetary battles, and someone does not want such stories to contain, for example, a love line. Thanks to the fact that literature is now more accessible than ever before, we can choose from thousands of books! Whatever the moral of the story, its main idea and the properties of the characters, it should be interesting and exciting.