I’ve always thought of science fiction as being, at some level, a 19th-century business.
Meaning of the quote
This quote is saying that science fiction stories and ideas are actually quite old, going back to the 1800s or 19th century. Even though science fiction is often thought of as a modern genre, the roots and origins of many sci-fi concepts can be found in earlier times. The author is suggesting that science fiction has a long history, and is not just a recent or modern type of storytelling.
About Robert Reed
Robert Reed, an American actor, is best known for his role as patriarch Mike Brady on the classic TV sitcom ‘The Brady Bunch.’ He also had a successful career in other TV shows and miniseries, earning multiple Emmy nominations throughout his career.
More quotes from Robert Reed
Before I was reading science fiction, I read Hemingway. Farewell to Arms was my first adult novel that said not everything ends well. It was one of those times where reading has meant a great deal to me, in terms of my development – an insight came from that book.
American actor, director (1932-1992)
I’ve always thought of science fiction as being, at some level, a 19th-century business.
American actor, director (1932-1992)