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Flash-forwarding is also called 'Prolepsis'. There are examples in classical literature, mainly in the form of prophesy. For example, Oedipus is told that he will kill his father and sleep with his mother. I know that I have seen it elsewhere in SF, but haven't found a specific example for you yet. It seems like the technique, not used as an interlude, might be more commonly found in short stories.

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