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.
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.
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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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