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Fiction in the News Articles
Related to material in The Sirens of Titan
by Kurt Vonnegut, Jr.
Vonnegut's second novel; Malachi Constant, the richest man in 22nd-century America, has done nothing significant with his life. He travels around the solar system, finally meeting the man responsible for his fortunes, good and bad, Winston Niles Rumfoord.
Science fiction in the News articles describe real-world events that relate to the ideas and inventions in sf novels and movies. Select a news article:
Levitating Bed Vonnegut's Future Now
Kurt Vonnegut called this one about 45 years ago.
TM9 Turf Mat Grass Roof (And Living Room Carpet?)
I think Vonnegut's (and Heinlein's) grass carpets are now just about ready - in easy-to-use carpet tile form.
Hoverit Lounger Suspended Vonnegut Dream
Quite the lifestyle enhancement, this clear acrylic lets you lounge upon an invisible field of magnetic force. Now with Hoverit Lounger video!
Hovering Levi-Table
Furniture that floats - that's the future - at least of the office - according to Kurt Vonnegut.
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re: Jack Vance
(11/29/2024)
re: Charles Stross
(11/27/2024)
re: Frank Philips
(11/25/2024)
