Of Solids and Surds

In the fourth volume of the Why I Write series, Samuel Delany reflects on fifty years of exploring speculative fiction and the power of language. He shares his personal journey, including challenges with dyslexia and his evolving identity during times of social change, while discussing the deeper motivations behind his writing. Delany highlights the interconnectedness of reading and writing as a means of discovering and sharing worlds, emphasizing the endless possibilities within language and storytelling.