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Science fiction is a literary genre that explores speculative concepts such as advanced technology, space exploration, time travel, and extraterrestrial life, often reflecting human reactions to scientific advancements. Emerging primarily in the 19th and 20th centuries, it encompasses various subgenres, including hard science fiction, cyberpunk, and space opera. Notable figures include Mary Shelley, often credited with creating the first true science fiction novel with "Frankenstein," and authors like Jules Verne and H.G. Wells, who significantly shaped the genre's development. Science fiction also influences popular culture, including film and television, and serves as a medium for social critique and imaginative exploration.

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