#FutureFiction

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Crisis and Collage: Hans Hollein's Resilient Vision

In the year 2200, the world was a vastly different place from what it once was. Technology had advanced to unimaginable heights, and humanity had colonized distant planets and explored the depths of the cosmos. Yet, amidst this era of progress, there lurked a dark and mysterious threat—a giant sea monster that had lain dormant for centuries, awakened by unknown forces and now wreaking havoc upon the once-thriving metropolis of Manhattan.

As the colossal creature emerged from the depths of the ocean, its massive form casting a shadow over the iconic skyline of Wall Street, panic swept through the city. The streets, once bustling with the hustle and bustle of financial activity, now lay deserted as people fled for their lives. The buildings that had once symbolized power and wealth now stood vulnerable in the face of this otherworldly threat.

In the midst of the chaos, a lone figure stood atop a crumbling skyscraper, gazing out at the unfolding catastrophe. It was Hans Hollein, the visionary architect whose innovative collage technique had captivated the world centuries earlier. In his hands, he held a relic from the past—a collage he had created in 1966, superimposing the elegant grille of a Rolls-Royce onto the iconic structures of Wall Street.

As Hollein looked upon his creation, he couldn't help but marvel at the irony of the situation. The very technique he had once used to transform ordinary objects into symbols of power and prestige now seemed trivial in the face of such monumental destruction. Yet, he also saw a glimmer of hope—a reminder that even in the darkest of times, humanity had the power to rise above adversity and rebuild what had been lost.

In that moment, Hollein made a decision—to harness the power of his collage technique once more, not to create art or provoke thought, but to inspire action and unity in the face of disaster. With a steady hand, he began to manipulate the elements of his collage, transforming the Rolls-Royce grille into a symbol of resilience and determination.

As he worked, he thought back to his conversation with Hans Ulrich Obrist, the curator who had questioned the relevance of collage in contemporary museum architecture. Hollein had disagreed, arguing that collage was not merely an artistic technique, but a powerful tool for representing complex ideas and emotions with simplicity and clarity. Now, as he applied that technique to the crisis unfolding before him, he realized that he had been right all along.

In the end, it was not the grandeur of his buildings or the prestige of his accolades that defined Hans Hollein's legacy, but his unwavering belief in the power of art and architecture to shape the world for the better. And as the sea monster was vanquished and Manhattan began to rebuild, his collage stood as a testament to the enduring resilience of the human spirit in the face of adversity.

[sairalynch]

I wanted Angel of Mortality to occur within the realm of current high-tech advances, including nanotechnology, robotics, quantum computing, artificial intelligence, and other such cutting-edge understandings. Although there are other fields that are also progressing, such as fusion energy and virtual reality, I have largely ignored them…

[bandcampfire]

Chrome Castle - Future Fiction

Future Fiction by Chrome Castle

[julierysava]

SCI FI SAGA

Chapter 1: A World on the Verge

In the not-so-distant future, a world existed on the precipice of two realms: science and the surreal. This was a place where the boundaries of reality were blurred, where the tangibility of the material and the intangibility of the abstract paralleled together in an intricate realm. It was a world transcended the limitations of time and space, forging a path leding to the nexus of human ingenuity and boundless imagination.

Cities sprawled across landscapes seemed borrowed from dreams—skyscrapers touched the clouds, gardens defining gravity, and streets illuminated by the ethereal glow of bioluminescent flora. Technology, once confined to the realm of fiction, had blossomed into an ever-present companion, seamlessly integrated into the fabric of daily life. Hovercrafts zipped through the air with the grace of birds, and holographic interfaces painted the air with information at a mere thought's command.

But it was not just technology defining this world; it was the enigma of the doors. Each door stood as a testament to the fusion of science and the surreal, a portal to be beckoned to the intrepid and the curious. The doors were unlike any other, mechanisms and symbols intertwined to create gateways whispering of secrets and beckons to the brave.

These doors were no mere ornamentation; they were conduits to a reality beyond the ordinary. For those who ventured through, rumors whispered of unprecedented wealth and unparalleled acknowledgment. Yet, the catch was those who entered seldom returned, would find a new reality promising more than the world they left behind. It was a tantalizing reward, which spoke to the deep-seated human yearning for the unknown.

In this world, Agent Tuaren found himself standing at the nexus of science and the surreal. His mission, a clandestine, had thrust him into a realm where the boundaries of possibility were not just tested but shattered. As an agent, Tuaren was accustomed to navigating the shadows, uncovering truths hidden in the labyrinth of information. Yet, this assignment was unlike any other, a puzzle requiring the melding of logic and intuition.

Before him stood a door, an intricate amalgamation of technology and symbolism. Its surface shimmered with a luminescent sheen, captivating in its allure yet shrouded in an air of trepidation. This door held the key to a realm uncharted—a realm which held answer it could possibly reshape not just his understanding but the very fabric of the world.

Tuaren's gaze shifted to the sentinel standing guard beside the door—a guardian of circuits and metal. It scanned him with optics being held both curiosity and caution, an artificial sentinel tasked with protecting the passage to the enigma beyond. A silent exchange passed between them, an understanding in this paralleling of science and the surreal, the uncharted territories were theirs to navigate.

As the first chapter of this saga unfurled, it marked the beginning of Tuaren's journey—a journey to test not just his skills as an agent but his perception of reality itself. In a world where the doors beckoned and the enigma whispered, a man stood on the verge of discovery, on the brink of a revelation hallenging the very foundation of science, logic, and the surreal.

And so, the tale of Agent Tuaren's journey began, a journey to unravel the threads of reality and weave a new narrative in the tapestry of existence. A world on the verge awaited its destiny, and at its center stood a door—a door that was not just a portal but a threshold to the unknown.

[joyffree]

Paradigm Lost: Jamari and the Manhood Rites Trilogy Gay Epic Fantasy by R. Roderick Rowe

Follow the life of a young man in the year 2115 as he decides to take on the challenge of the Manhood Rites. Journey with Jamari as he discovers his world, his community and his culture.

A forest paradise surrounded by lands gutted from corporate greed. The Elk Creek Tribe holds the hope for mankind’s future. One young man becomes paramount in bringing spirituality back into a desolate and hostile world. But first he must find himself.

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Release day for scifi/specfic Goliath! #scifi #bibliophile #tordotcompublishing #futurefiction #sciencefiction #tochionyebuchi #goliath #scifibooks #publicationday #bookbirthday #diversespines #diversespines #literaryfiction #speculativefiction #specfic #bookblogger #bookreviewersofinstagram #januaryreads #booknerd #bookblogging https://www.instagram.com/p/CZKeNR9Popl/?utm_medium=tumblr

[justanotherfuckingusername]

Proficua incursione mattutina da @norabookecoffee ❤ #libri #leggere #lettura #reading #ilmiogenereètopsecret #futurefiction #x #valentinamira #fandangolibri #ragazzeelettriche #naomialderman #bookphotography #bookstagram #bookstuff #booklovers #bookaddict #lgbtq🌈 #MeOrWhatever #readingandwriting https://www.instagram.com/p/CcXrQqyMg0P/?igshid=NGJjMDIxMWI=

[tilty-error666]

The Future Series - An introduction (part 1)

[charlesmaxwellwriting-blog]

This War of Ours - Welcome blog post #1 (on Wattpad) https://my.w.tt/EPl8IVtqf5 Welcome to my WIP - This War of Ours. I will be combining extracts from my story along with blog posts from my websites and images from my instagram to build base to launch my upcoming book. Feel free to join follow me on this journey as we explore individual character arches, scenes from the plot and exclusive features from the author Charles Maxwell.

[illustrationforchildren]

Vuhuhuuuu! Yeni kitaplarım geldiii!! Sır Muhafızları macera peşinde! Esra Avgören’in yazdı ben resimledim Martı Çocuk yayınladı❤️ Ben çizerken çok eğlendim okurken sizin de seveceğinize eminim😊 @tmrtpl_kitapvesen @esraavgoren #marticocukkitaplari #martıçocuk #martıyayınları #dedektiföyküleri #dedective #dedectivestories #sırmuhafızları #robot #scifi #sciencefiction #utopia #futurefiction #mystery #mysterystories #newbook #illustration #childrenbookillustration #childrensbook https://www.instagram.com/p/B7s1oLIAze6/?igshid=1oeo46vhayx0k

[dmcreativestudio]

Metaverse

https://ourmetaverse.live/index

The word "Metaverse" is made up of the prefix "meta" and the stem "verse"; the term is typically used to describe the concept of a future iteration of the internet, made up of persistent, shared, 3D virtual spaces linked into a perceived virtual universe.

Unlike current VR, which is mostly used for gaming, this virtual world could be used for practically anything - work, play, concerts, cinema trips - or just hanging out.

[seleneverri]

Francesco Verso e...? #stranimondi #stranimondi2017 #futurefiction #sciencefiction

[soakupthesun1]

NEW BLOG POST! #readmyblog #linkinbio BOOK REVIEW: The Fifth Sacred Thing by Starhawk •🌬💦🔥🌍• #distopia #utopia #bookreview #bibliophile #starhawk #thefifthsacredthing #action #adventure #futurefiction

[therichardthe]

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[dabbling-madman-blog]

After errands and yard work I’m spending the afternoon #playing #FinalFantasyVII and #ListeningTo @pvbrett’s #TheCore the final #book in the #DemonCycle series. Used #February’s @audible credit to grab this book. After #reading the whole series and enjoying it I am now able to listen to the WHOLE series. First time hearing the last book and am remembering all the times I was stunned and awed my first time around. . . #VideoGames #bookstagram #lazysaturday #SquareSoft #TheWardedMan #TheDesertSpear #TheDaylightWar #TheSkullThrone #TheCore #PeterVBrett #BingeReading #Fantasy #AlternateWorlds #FutureFiction (at San Antonio, Texas) https://www.instagram.com/dabbling_madman/p/BuhrvullZcK/?utm_source=ig_tumblr_share&igshid=w37b2tjodgts

[mrmedia]

(via https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=EYKFhIN0EDQ)

Happy Birthday to novelist Cynthia Kraack! Celebrate by watching the 2014 Mr. Media interview with the author of the "Ashwood Trilogy"! (Conducted by Bob Andelman) CYNTHIA KRAACK podcast excerpt: "A part of 'Leaving Ashwood' is about large multinational corporations becoming more powerful than the national governments. The 10 largest corporations in the world are now like half the largest economies in the world if you were to compare GDP with revenues. It's like, whoa! We're already part-way there.” VIDEO: https://youtu.be/EYKFhIN0EDQ AUDIO: https://mrmedia.com/2014/09/leaving-ashwood-author-cynthia-kraack/ #1984 #AnneHartford #Ashwood #Ashwoodtrilogy #AynRand #BigBrother #bleakfuture #CynthiaKraack #dystopiannovel #dystopianvision #economicmeltdown #futurefiction #HarvestingAshwood #LeavingAshwood #MinnesotaCold #scifi #ScienceFiction #speculativefiction