Hong Kong Central Library | Monthly Literary Talk 2026 : The Past and Future of Science Fiction Literature: Mythical Creatures, Animals, Machines, and Artificial Intelligence - Artificial Intelligence and Dimensions of Science Fiction

Description

Topic 1:Science Fiction in the Age of Artificial Intelligence 【Conducted in Putonghua】

Speaker :Mr. CHEN Qiufan, Stanley

Introduction:

In an era where artificial intelligence is evolving at an unprecedented pace, science fiction literature not only foretells the future but also reflects on the relationship between humans and intelligent machines in a profound way. From AI co-creation to narrative transformation, and from the boundaries of humanity to the restructuring of consciousness, this lecture will explore the possibilities of future science fiction literature from three dimensions: writing, reading, and dissemination, with references to works such as AI 2041 and Life Algorithm.

Topic 2:Dialogues with Time-space: Intertextuality in Yi Shu’s Morning Blossoms Plucked at Dusk 【Conducted in Cantonese】

Speaker :Dr. TSO Wing-bo, Anna

Introduction:

This lecture applies Julia Kristeva's theory of intertextuality to analyze the techniques of allusions, quotations, imitations, and parodies in Yi Shu's Morning Flowers, Evening Picked.

Remarks:

• Conducted in Putonghua and Cantonese respectively.

• Free admission on first come, first served basis.

• Please arrive 15 minutes before commencement of the talk.

• If Tropical Cyclone Warning Signal No. 8 or above or a Black Rainstorm Warning Signal or "extreme conditions" announced by the Government is in force 3 hours before the talk commences, the talk will be cancelled.