1. Introduction 2. Defining Science-Fiction a. Science/ Technical Definitions b. Future Definitions c. Space and Supernatural Definitions d. Utopia e. Alternative History f. Finding an Overall Definition 3. Social Criticism in SF a. Kindred as Example for Social Criticism. Elements of SF b. Does Kindred Fit into the Definition? c. New Parameters 4. Social Criticism Expanding SF as Genre of Possibilities a. Discussion of New Parameters b. Set New Definition c. Chance for Criticism 5. Conclusion: SF as Genre of Possibilities - Social Criticism in a Limitless Range of Opportunities?