This is one of those articles I loved writing. It was discovering this Asimov's text and knowing I was going to write about it. I liked how he proposed a different and more effective way to generate ideas in a group. I'm still amazed by the offer to work for a secret US project. How mysterious.
Hi Alvaro 🙂 I heard that Tom Clancy was interviewed by U.S. government agents or CIA about where he got his information for his spy novels. Things he included were just to close to the bone and barely unclassified material. As for Asimov, the book you read and his reason for being invited to that meeting was probably because authors have the ability to take a shred of information and let their imaginations run wild with it. As a sci-fi writer, Asimov (and even Bradbury) was such an individual.
Hi Sue! I didn't know about Tom Clancy, how impressive! Asimov was a great candidate to help the group of experts think outside the box with their plan. You're absolutely right. Bradbury was another science fiction genius; I really need to read more of him.
Indeed, Alvaro. Bradbury's book, especially the trilogy about Douglas Spaulding, take normal human life and expands the boundaries of their fears, loves, and attitudes towards others.
Thanks for the link to the original essay. Frankly, I think you did a better job of stating Asimov's case than he did. I love how you go straight to the core of some very interesting publications.
Thanks for that compliment! I'm glad you were inspired by the text. I always like to leave the references consulted so anyone can see the original source. And yes, I like to dive into texts to find what is most valuable in each one.
The system I use to store creative ideas is the analog Zettelkasten, but not as a storehouse of information. I use mine as a storehouse of ideas. I will have to check out your post on the Zettelkasten.
How interesting that you tices. I don't have analog zettelkasten, but I know they are very effective and even more satisfying than in digital because of the feeling of seeing before your eyes all the stored knowledge. do you only store ideas? I use it for any kind of information.
I learned about the ZK from Scott Scheper and following his lead I keep separate sections for Main Cards and Bib Cards, where Bib Cards contain all the notes that I take from a particular source. Bib Cards contain a mixture of facts and how the author uses the facts to make his point. My Main Cards would contain the points the author makes and would link back to the Bib Card for the facts. When I place the physical card, it goes with other cards that together form a discussion of sorts. For me, that's where I get the most enjoyment from my ZK.
Oh! I understand. It has a slightly different approach than mine, although equally effective. In my case, I use it to jot down all kinds of relevant information. I also have this kind of "Bib Cards" you mentioned. It's interesting how flexible the Zettelkasten system is.
Thank you, Alvaro. This is another article I'm going to share. Excellent.
Hello Sue! :)
This is one of those articles I loved writing. It was discovering this Asimov's text and knowing I was going to write about it. I liked how he proposed a different and more effective way to generate ideas in a group. I'm still amazed by the offer to work for a secret US project. How mysterious.
Hi Alvaro 🙂 I heard that Tom Clancy was interviewed by U.S. government agents or CIA about where he got his information for his spy novels. Things he included were just to close to the bone and barely unclassified material. As for Asimov, the book you read and his reason for being invited to that meeting was probably because authors have the ability to take a shred of information and let their imaginations run wild with it. As a sci-fi writer, Asimov (and even Bradbury) was such an individual.
Hi Sue! I didn't know about Tom Clancy, how impressive! Asimov was a great candidate to help the group of experts think outside the box with their plan. You're absolutely right. Bradbury was another science fiction genius; I really need to read more of him.
Indeed, Alvaro. Bradbury's book, especially the trilogy about Douglas Spaulding, take normal human life and expands the boundaries of their fears, loves, and attitudes towards others.
Thanks for the link to the original essay. Frankly, I think you did a better job of stating Asimov's case than he did. I love how you go straight to the core of some very interesting publications.
Hi Kathleen! :)
Thanks for that compliment! I'm glad you were inspired by the text. I always like to leave the references consulted so anyone can see the original source. And yes, I like to dive into texts to find what is most valuable in each one.
I'm glad you also share that taste!
The system I use to store creative ideas is the analog Zettelkasten, but not as a storehouse of information. I use mine as a storehouse of ideas. I will have to check out your post on the Zettelkasten.
Hi Kathleen! :)
How interesting that you tices. I don't have analog zettelkasten, but I know they are very effective and even more satisfying than in digital because of the feeling of seeing before your eyes all the stored knowledge. do you only store ideas? I use it for any kind of information.
I learned about the ZK from Scott Scheper and following his lead I keep separate sections for Main Cards and Bib Cards, where Bib Cards contain all the notes that I take from a particular source. Bib Cards contain a mixture of facts and how the author uses the facts to make his point. My Main Cards would contain the points the author makes and would link back to the Bib Card for the facts. When I place the physical card, it goes with other cards that together form a discussion of sorts. For me, that's where I get the most enjoyment from my ZK.
Oh! I understand. It has a slightly different approach than mine, although equally effective. In my case, I use it to jot down all kinds of relevant information. I also have this kind of "Bib Cards" you mentioned. It's interesting how flexible the Zettelkasten system is.