Just like people in the real world, no well written character has one sole trait or form of behaviour; there is usually a multitude of explanations for any one act.
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The history of the silver screen
During the First World War, the cinema became increasingly important, not just for morale, but for keeping everyone informed about world news.
The Enduring Appeal of the Spy’s Tale
The heroes of early spy fiction were patriots, brave with the stiff upper lip of the public schoolboy, and above all gentleman amateurs.
Does handwriting still matter?
As anyone who has ever received a handwritten note or card can testify, putting pen to paper appears much more heartfelt and genuine than any amount of printed text.
Ray Bradbury: It couldn’t happen. Or has it?
Much of Bradbury’s fiction is concerned with social commentary. He once wrote, ‘People ask me to predict the future, when all I want to do is prevent it.’
How the Internet Revolutionised Learning
Many young people in 2015 attend schools which prescribe the use of a tablet to aid learning.
John Wyndham: Sowing the seeds of an Everyday Apocalypse
Like most good writers of science fiction, Wyndham’s work has had a great influence on today’s fantasy and sci-fi culture.
Do the Grammar Nazis have a point?
It could be suggested that the context in which the English Language is used is important in determining whether or not the ‘grammar nazi’ has a valid argument.
Asimov: The scientist’s science fiction writer
His short story ‘Nightfall’ was voted by the Science Fiction Writers of America the best short science fiction story of all time.
It’s Sci-Fi, not Fantasy!
The world of science fiction and fantasy is varied, and often the genres are lumped together in libraries and bookshops.