An A to Z science fiction study guide
Tag: science fiction
Private Haldeman
Whenever Joe Haldeman author puts out something, I read it. So, when each of these following novels came my way, I didn't hesitate.
Rule 20: FORTRESSES
Fortresses can be advantageous and disadvantageous. They are good because you’re in a castle. It’s a safe place to be. They are bad because you’re in a castle. You’re stuck there. If you’re a defender on the inside make sure you are not hatred in there. If however, you’re attacking from the outside don’t try … Continue reading Rule 20: FORTRESSES
Supernations, Mega City-States and Virtual Countries
Writing science fiction gives an author the opportunity to have a go at predicting the future. For me, the best tool I always find helpful is this; in order to build a world in which to set the novel, you start by going back into history. 'To see the future, one must look into the past' and follow … Continue reading Supernations, Mega City-States and Virtual Countries
Why we have five internets
“This is why we have five Internet platforms right now. When hacker/pirates created the Angry Tree Protocol it hamstrung the original Cobweb. Two secure, private networks emerged from the anarchy. One using optical technology, the other satellite based, they tried to monetise information to the point of squeezing the average citizen out of the educational … Continue reading Why we have five internets
The Obliteration of the Brand
“96.3 percent of commercial brands were wiped out during the first ten years of the depression.” Holographon source: The_Obliteration_of_the_Brand^Holographon^^CORE The thirty years of economic recession have had profound consequences on businesses and industries, decimating commercial brands, leading to a staggering decline of 96.3 per cent. During a prolonged economic recession, businesses often struggle to maintain … Continue reading The Obliteration of the Brand
Reform or Die
“I think we in the Old West had a few decades to improve the economic model and failed to do so, so now we have lost the game.” - zassygirl19 “All of the end of the world scenarios such as economic collapse will be in response to the government’s actions. The government is the biggest … Continue reading Reform or Die
Rule 3: COMPOSITE COMPANIES
When administering composite companies, again weaken the stronger powers within each component and keep the weak powers weak. Don’t bring in outside help. This will only weaken your position. In other words, don’t acquire more than can be managed.James Tucker – CEO of MercurEx, 25 RULES FOR THE MODERN UBERMAN The Strategy of Weakening Strong Powers in … Continue reading Rule 3: COMPOSITE COMPANIES
TRAVION
"In most areas of the world, food security is no longer a given, thus over 800 million people are poised to perish by the time we celebrate the New Year. Water and land mismanagement, climate destabilization, neo-colonialism and kleptocracies have robbed the majority of humanity of its land and capital. Wealth has been squandered protecting … Continue reading TRAVION
Rule 2: ACQUISITIONS
When the acquisition is a new appendage to your existing company… Run it in person! Put your own people in there! Weaken the stronger powers within the firm! Keep the weak powers weak.25 Rules for the Modern Uberman - James Tucker Acquisitions To ensure that the acquisition is successful, it’s important to run the business in … Continue reading Rule 2: ACQUISITIONS