>"High space opera?" "High?" I've got enough trouble trying to
>define *normal* space opera! I understand the basic notion, (sci-fi
>dealing with big, insanely broad, galaxy-shattering issues) but are
>we now trying to make a distinction between what is, and isn't
>"high art" in a genre like this?
The addition of the word high was mine. I can see where that was probably
unecessary; however, in my defense, it was one piece of a long message, so I
think you can cut me a modicum of slack. Essentially what I meant was big
stories, big ships, big enemies, and big events. Whether or not it's "high
art" I don't presume to judge.
As far as the difference between "high" and "low," it probably results more
from a long-term interest in fantasy on my part, where my circle of fellow
enthusiasts delineates between high and low fantasy. That is, positive and
heroic versus grim and dark. Again, maybe this wasn't an appropriate
application here.
Jim
"What can change the nature of a man?" - The Nameless One
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