Do you ever wonder how names for genres get invented, and become common parlance? I do.
As far as Cyberpunk goes, I have just found out the answer to that one.
If you want to know too, you can read it here.
https://mythaxis.com/2020/07/21/writing-cyberpunk/
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Here’s a fascinating little rabbit-hole……
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Fascinating story, Pete, and thank you for the introduction. Apart from the literary reference, the music genre is one I have always enjoyed. Cheers, Jon.
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Thanks, Jon. Glad you enjoyed the article.
Best wishes, Pete.
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I knew how “Steampunk” came about, but not “Cyberpunk.” How interesting.
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Always good to read the history behind those new words or sayings. 🙂
Best wishes, Pete.
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I have been to River Falls, Wisconsin where my sister went to College in the 1970s. Warmest regards, Theo
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Is that anywhere near Madison? That reminds me of my strange dream that time. 🙂
Best wishes, Pete.
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Relative to England, no, Relative to the US, yes. But is much closer to Mineapoplis-St. Paul MN than Madison stuck over on the bulge of the west side of the state. Warmest regards, Theo
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I loved the article, and “submitted” a comment.
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Thanks, David, that’s great.
Best wishes, Pete.
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