Ray Bradbury RIP
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Nothing against those excellent writers, but they aren't generally put in the same stratosphere... I think of Bradbury as on the SF Rushmore w/Asimov, Clarke, and Heinlein...
That also makes me think of Marvin from the Simpsons:
Martin Prince: "As your president, I would demand a science-fiction library, featuring an ABC of the genre. Asimov, Bester, Clarke."
Student: "What about Ray Bradbury?"
Martin Prince: "I'm aware of his work.."
Peace.
We lost a giant. Rest In Peace Ray and thanks for taking us to Mars and other wonderful places.
Sheesh! I didn't realize how old these guys were! Big fan of Jack Vance's "Dying Earth" series.
Sheesh! I didn't realize how old these guys were! Big fan of Jack Vance's "Dying Earth" series.
He may have had some truly warped political views, but I'll always be grateful to him for his work. "So it goes", as Vonnegut said.
Nothing against those excellent writers, but they aren't generally put in the same stratosphere... I think of Bradbury as on the SF Rushmore w/Asimov, Clarke, and Heinlein...
That also makes me think of Marvin from the Simpsons:
Martin Prince: "As your president, I would demand a science-fiction library, featuring an ABC of the genre. Asimov, Bester, Clarke."
Student: "What about Ray Bradbury?"
Martin Prince: "I'm aware of his work.."
Once again, I agree, Klaus. Get out of my head, dammit!
My very first science fiction book that I intentionally read was R Is For Rocket. And to this day I have a tough time getting through And There Will Come Soft Rains . His writing was more than scifi, it was literary, poetry in prose form. The imagery he could create for me was amazing and carried a timeless feel to it.
RIP-and thank you, Mr. Bradbury, for giving so much to my life. I can't imagine getting here without you.
A true visionary of science fiction for his time. His impact and contributions to the literary world will be missed.
RIP
RIP
Another legend lost. Rest in peace, Ray Bradbury. 
RIP Mr Bradbury.
I'll be reading Fahrenheit 451 this week out of respect.
On my Kindle.
I'll be reading Fahrenheit 451 this week out of respect.
On my Kindle.
Well, this is not unexpected, but shocking nonetheless.
What can I say about Ray Bradbury? There's nothing and no one to compare him to. He was a unique visionary, an unprecedented amalgam of poet, visionary and fabulist. He was one of those rare people who seemed to exceed the potential of the Human race while inspiring us to rise to those same levels. He wrote about the depths that Humanity can sink to, yet inspired us to persevere and excel. He wasn't just one of the greatest writers of the 20th century, he was one of the greatest writers of all time.
RIP and thank you, Mr Bradbury.
What can I say about Ray Bradbury? There's nothing and no one to compare him to. He was a unique visionary, an unprecedented amalgam of poet, visionary and fabulist. He was one of those rare people who seemed to exceed the potential of the Human race while inspiring us to rise to those same levels. He wrote about the depths that Humanity can sink to, yet inspired us to persevere and excel. He wasn't just one of the greatest writers of the 20th century, he was one of the greatest writers of all time.
RIP and thank you, Mr Bradbury.
One of the all-time greats. He shaped my whole outlook on science fiction. Even had the privilege of meeting him once; he was a truly nice guy as well.
The world is a poorer place today.
The world is a poorer place today.
RIP, Mr. Bradbury. I was sorry to hear this. He was one of my favorite writers and I loved Farenheit 451. Glad he got to live a long, successful, and by all accounts happy life.
http://www.nytimes.com/2012/06/07/b...cience-fiction-dies-at-91.html?pagewanted=all
http://www.nytimes.com/2012/06/07/b...cience-fiction-dies-at-91.html?pagewanted=all
I had the honor of listening to Mr. Bradbury speak on a couple of occasions. He was such an entertaining, dynamic speaker that when he finished, we did not want him to stop. He was warm and approachable, without any hint of ego to tarnish the encounter. He spoke about the world with an optimism rarely heard today.
The last time I saw him was a couple of years ago, at Forrest J. Ackerman's memorial service. I wanted to respect that it was a memorial service, and not behave like a fan, but I took the opportunity to thank Mr. Bradbury for the hours of pleasure he gave me through his writing. He was genuine and appreciative of my coments. Even though he could barely speak at this time, he was able to communicate quite clearly his kind wishes.
Although I'm sure that Mr. Bradbury hardly remembered my encounters with him - me being one of countless fans whom he encountered daily - I will always remember him as a gracious, eloquent gentleman, who far surpassed my fannish, preconceived ideas of what he would be like in person. He will be missed.
The last time I saw him was a couple of years ago, at Forrest J. Ackerman's memorial service. I wanted to respect that it was a memorial service, and not behave like a fan, but I took the opportunity to thank Mr. Bradbury for the hours of pleasure he gave me through his writing. He was genuine and appreciative of my coments. Even though he could barely speak at this time, he was able to communicate quite clearly his kind wishes.
Although I'm sure that Mr. Bradbury hardly remembered my encounters with him - me being one of countless fans whom he encountered daily - I will always remember him as a gracious, eloquent gentleman, who far surpassed my fannish, preconceived ideas of what he would be like in person. He will be missed.
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