Monthly Literary Talk: "The Past and Future of Science Fiction Literature: Mythical Creatures, Animals, Machines, and Artificial Intelligence"
The Hong Kong Public Libraries collaborates with the School of Arts and Social Sciences of the Hong Kong Metropolitan University to organise the Monthly Literature Talk 2026 (April to June) under the theme “The Past and Future of Science Fiction: Mythical Creatures, Animals, Machines, and Artificial Intelligence”. This series includes three subject talks to be held at the Hong Kong Central Library. These talks will explore the ethics and values in sci-fi works, examine the relationship between humans and animals, and analyse the growing significance of artificial intelligence. Join us as we delve into the future landscape of science fiction literature together.
Conducted in Cantonese.
Limited seats are allocated on a first-come-first-served basis.
The talk will be cancelled or postponed if Tropical Cyclone Warning Signal No. 8 or above or Black Rainstorm Warning Signal or “Extreme Conditions” announced by the Government is in force 3 hours before commencement of the talk.
Subject Talks' Schedule
Empathy and Imagination Between Humans and Animals
11.04.2026 (Sat)
2:30pm - 4:30pm
Lecture Theatre, G/F., Hong Kong Central Library
Speaker:
Dr Ng Chak-kwan, Charlie
Dr Chau Man-lut
Artificial Intelligence and Dimensions of Science Fiction
09.05.2026 (Sat)
2:30pm - 4:30pm
Lecture Theatre, G/F., Hong Kong Central Library
Speaker:
Mr Chen Qiufan, Stanley*
Dr Tso Wing-bo, Anna
*Conducted in Putonghua
Science Fiction Literature: Its Values and Horizons
13.06.2026 (Sat)
2:30pm - 4:30pm
Lecture Theatre, G/F., Hong Kong Central Library
Speaker:
Dr Cheuk Ka-chi, Michael
Dr Wong Chi-hung
The programme does not represent the views of the Leisure and Cultural Services Department.
The presenter reserves the right to change the programme and substitute speaker.