Neil Gaiman on 'the most Ray Bradbury idea of all'
What can sci-fi visionary Ray Bradbury's ideas tell us about where humanity is right now?
To celebrate 100 years since the birth of legendary fantasy and sci-fi guru Ray Bradbury, author of Fahrenheit 451 and The Martian Chronicles, Bradbury biographer and writer Sam Weller takes part in a spirited discussion with acclaimed author Neil Gaiman. They muse on Bradbury's influence and enduring popularity, and how it has inspired their own work.
In this highlight, Gaiman focuses on Bradbury's short story The Toynbee Convector.
Presented by The Bath Festival. Big Book Weekend is brought to you by MyVLF, and supported by 成人快手 Arts and Arts Council England.
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