science-fiction-definitions

The chapter 'Preamble' from Sam J. Lundwall's 'Science Fiction: What It's All About' introduces the nature and scope of science fiction through various definitions and contextualizes its global presence and reception. Donald A. Wollheim's introduction critiques the anglophone-centric view of science fiction, highlighting the dominance of English-language works worldwide and the relative neglect of non-English contributions, while positioning Lundwall as a valuable outsider perspective on the genre. The chapter also outlines the book's purpose to explore science fiction's meaning, history, and cultural significance from a broader, international viewpoint.