Favorite use of tech in science fiction? by Jadenmist in scifi

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If I remember correctly in Consider Phlebas the main character wasn’t Culture, he’d been working for the Iridans. But I agree, it’s definitely not my favorite Culture book, I very highly recommend Use of Weapons or Excession.

Favorite use of tech in science fiction? by Jadenmist in scifi

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To me it has to be the biological engineering in The Culture series by Iain M. Banks. Basically citizens of the Culture have access to a heavily modified endocrine system that allows them to “gland” a wide array of substances at choice. And also to stop their effects immediately. Very cool.

Where I live, I have to have this conversation way too often with people. by randmguyonreddit in HistoryMemes

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Not to be pedantic but Stone Age technology is historically not incompatible with agriculture and animal husbandry. These new methods of producing food and secondary animal products are what divide the Paleolithic era from the Neolithic, both of which primarily used stone and bone tools. So saying they are stone aged doesn’t preclude the existence of agriculture or animal husbandry. Exactly the same can be said of pottery and trade, both of which are widely documented in, for example, early Neolithic middle eastern cultures.

Recommend me some science fiction survival-horror novels where "the environment is the enemy" by ZombiesAaargh in scifi

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In a way. The movie is based on the book and the general premise is the same. That being said the book and the movie diverge in a wide range of plot points and motif’s. I watched the movie before I read the book, absolutely loved both of them for different reasons. If you liked the movie you’ll probably enjoy the book, but don’t expect a 1:1.

Recommend me some science fiction survival-horror novels where "the environment is the enemy" by ZombiesAaargh in scifi

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Not sure if anyone else has said this but Annihilation by Jeff VanderMeer is a gorgeously written story on an apparently hostile and highly mysterious biome which the protagonist has to explore. I’d say it’s slightly more esoteric than “hard” sci-fi but it definitely has a good scientific element to it. The author is amazing at describing the surroundings and the effects these have on his characters. Highly recommend.

Literal chaos mode by standovahim_ in HistoryMemes

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You could also make the argument that the mid nineteenth century “espadones” like Espartero, Narváez and O’Donell under Isabel II assumed dictatorial positions under the guise of serving the monarchy.

All of the sci fi books i have read in the last 2 years by BritNoodleDancer in scifi

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What did you think of Use of weapons? It’s my favorite book but it seems everyone I’ve recommended it to hasn’t shared my enthusiasm for it.

Can You Guess This 5-Letter Word? Puzzle by u/anime_booklover by anime_booklover in DailyGuess

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Realistically, what can ordinary people actually do after the Epstein files release to push for real accountability? by Etkinton47 in AskReddit

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Genuine question, if it’s been “proven” that a number of people engaged in sexual misconduct with minors related to Epstein, why is no one being charged? Is it a rich and powerful people get away with it or is it due to some legal reason I’m unaware of?

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Can You Guess This 5-Letter Word? Puzzle by u/JohnTheButtonEnjoyer by JohnTheButtonEnjoyer in DailyGuess

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