"Each of Crichton’s novels required extensive research into ONE BIG THING. Subject after subject, his knowledge base grew. Insights accumulated. Every time he wrote a novel, he studied a different field of science, and across subsequent decades these insights contributed to his future novels, enriching their adventures with empirical data."
Interesting observation! I find a similar approach very useful with regards to philosophical concepts and my essays. The research for each essay represents a little building block you can call on again in the future.
This is great! I must put Andy Weir on my reading list, not familiar with his work. I loved Ender’s Game, my introduction to Orson Scott Card, and the other Ender books aren’t bad either. Herbert was an epic storyteller who made a grand adventure in the Dune series, although he did have a science background. Have y’all seen Solaris? Science fiction movie with George Clooney. Very psychological, not a lot of effects. I liked it… I remember reading that it’s a remake of a Russian film.
"Each of Crichton’s novels required extensive research into ONE BIG THING. Subject after subject, his knowledge base grew. Insights accumulated. Every time he wrote a novel, he studied a different field of science, and across subsequent decades these insights contributed to his future novels, enriching their adventures with empirical data."
Interesting observation! I find a similar approach very useful with regards to philosophical concepts and my essays. The research for each essay represents a little building block you can call on again in the future.
You had me laughing out loud at Galois Group!
I'll work my way through your [typically[ gigantic post over the next week and provide further remarks.
Ok
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How do you explain in writing knowledge that you “do” meaning what you know is mainly in your hands?
Because I can’t 😂
Helpfully I can explain in person, often with say using rocks or other objects as say a sandtable model.
This is great! I must put Andy Weir on my reading list, not familiar with his work. I loved Ender’s Game, my introduction to Orson Scott Card, and the other Ender books aren’t bad either. Herbert was an epic storyteller who made a grand adventure in the Dune series, although he did have a science background. Have y’all seen Solaris? Science fiction movie with George Clooney. Very psychological, not a lot of effects. I liked it… I remember reading that it’s a remake of a Russian film.