The only thing I can say uniquely about Ray Bradbury's death is that I distinctly remember the shock and wonder I experienced reading "The Fruit at the Bottom of the Bowl," one of his short stories, for the first time. There is something incredibly powerful that happens when you read a story and it completely surprises you. I remember finding this story quite strange and at times slightly dull - and then my feelings got turned upside down. I felt, very profoundly, not only a new sense of interest, but surprise in reading the story toward the end - and then I had to read it again and again just so I could experience the feeling over and over.
This happened countless times when I read Bradbury's short stories (in "Driving Blind" was one of my favorite anthologies growing up) and novels (who couldn't be changed by "Fahrenheit 451" ? ).
In addition to his writing, I was impressed by Brandbury's sense of purpose, focus on love, and genuineness. When my high school acquired the rights to perform "Fahrenheit 451" the play - Bradbury sent our director a signed copy of the book to thank us for spreading 451's main messages to larger audiences.
In closing, I have to link to Paulo Coelho's Blog for some great quotes from Bradbury. A great author recognizing a great author. As well as Huffington Post's reflection on his life. Because really, nobody can describe Ray Bradbury better than the things he said, and nobody really gets it until they experience his stories.
Thanks.
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