A. E. van Vogt—visionary of the Golden Age of science fiction—crafted stories that delve into the complexities of power, identity, and human evolution. His narratives, rich with philosophical undertones and speculative ideas, challenge readers to ponder the nature of reality and the potential of the human mind. Van Vogt’s work, including classics like Slan and The Weapon Shops of Isher, continues to inspire and provoke thought in the realm of speculative fiction.
15 A. E. van Vogt Quotes
1. “Resistance, however, is useless.
2. “If I believe the same things today I did yesterday, I’ve learned nothing.
3. “The right to buy weapons is the right to be free.
4. “Science fiction is a field of writing where, month after month, every printed word implies to hundreds of thousands of people: ‘There is change. Look, today’s fantastic story is tomorrow’s fact.
5. “You have to remember that I was a bright but simple fellow from Canada who seldom, if ever, met another writer.
6. “When a people lose the courage to resist encroachment on their rights, then they can’t be saved by an outside force.
7. “The only way to be completely safe from a weapon is to be the only one who has it.
8. “Armed men are free men. When you take away a man’s right to bear arms, you take away his freedom.
9. “Do you truly believe that evil will be eradicated just by passing laws?
10. “The power to destroy is also the power to protect.
11. “Time is here where you are. It is never the same elsewhere.
12. “My theory was that what I had to do was make a study of human behavior.
13. “I don’t recall having any self-awareness about the intricacy of my stories.
14. “It’s difficult for me to feel that a solid page without the breakups of paragraphs can be interesting.
15. “The encouragement I got from Campbell was a quick check and praise.
A. E. van Vogt’s words challenge us to reflect on the structures of society, the nature of freedom, and the depths of human potential. His insights remain relevant, urging readers to question, to learn, and to envision futures shaped by courage and intellect.
Which of these quotes resonates with you? Share your thoughts in the comments—let’s delve into the profound visions of A. E. van Vogt together.
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