Tuesday, September 20, 2016

Science Fiction: A Very Short Introduction

Science Fiction: A Very Short Introduction



David Seed examines how science fiction has emerged as a popular genre of literature in the 20th century, and discusses it in relation to themes such as science and technology, space, aliens, utopias, and gender.

By: "David Seed"
Category: "Fiction"
Language:en
Published on 2011-06-23 by Oxford University Press

David Seed examines how science fiction has emerged as a popular genre of literature in the 20th century, and discusses it in relation to themes such as science and technology, space, aliens, utopias, and gender. Looking at some of the most influential writers of the genre he also considers the wider social and political issues it raises.

Preview link: http://books.google.com/books?id=zUOFPjeUcF8C&printsec=frontcover&dq=science+fiction&hl=&cd=3&source=gbs_api
This Book was ranked 3 by Google Books for keyword science fiction.

Tuesday, September 13, 2016

The Big Book of Science Fiction

The Big Book of Science Fiction



The first publication of the work of cybernetic visionary David R. Bunch in twenty years .A rare and brilliant novella by Chinese international sensation Cixin Liu Plus: .Aliens! .Space battles! . Robots! .Technology gone wrong!

By: "Jeff VanderMeer","Ann VanderMeer"
Category: "Fiction"
Language:en
Published on 2016-07-12 by Vintage

Quite possibly the greatest science fiction collection of all time--past, present, and future! What if life was neverending? What if you could change your body to adapt to an alien ecology? What if the pope were a robot? Spanning galaxies and millennia, this must-have anthology showcases classic contributions from H. G. Wells, Arthur C. Clarke, Octavia E. Butler, and Kurt Vonnegut, alongside a century of the eccentrics, rebels, and visionaries who have inspired generations of readers. Within its pages, you'll find beloved worlds of space opera, hard SF, cyberpunk, the New Wave, and more. Learn about the secret history of science fiction, from titans of literature who also wrote SF to less well-known authors from more than twenty-five countries, some never before translated into English. In The Big Book of Science Fiction, literary power couple Ann and Jeff VanderMeer transport readers from Mars to Mechanopolis, planet Earth to parts unknown. Immerse yourself in the genre that predicted electric cars, space tourism, and smartphones. Sit back, buckle up, and dial in the coordinates, as this stellar anthology has got worlds within worlds. Including: · Legendary tales from Isaac Asimov and Ursula K. Le Guin · An unearthed sci-fi story from W. E. B. Du Bois · The first publication of the work of cybernetic visionary David R. Bunch in twenty years · A rare and brilliant novella by Chinese international sensation Cixin Liu Plus: · Aliens! · Space battles! · Robots! · Technology gone wrong! · Technology gone right!

Preview link: http://books.google.com/books?id=MtCyDAAAQBAJ&printsec=frontcover&dq=science+fiction&hl=&cd=2&source=gbs_api
This Book was ranked 2 by Google Books for keyword science fiction.

Monday, September 5, 2016

Science Fiction

Science Fiction



Recommends one hundred science fiction novels and offers a brief summary of each work

By: "David Pringle"
Category: "Fiction"
Language:en
Published on 1997 by Carroll & Graf Pub

Recommends one hundred science fiction novels and offers a brief summary of each work

Preview link: http://books.google.com/books?id=FYtvHQAACAAJ&dq=science+fiction&hl=&cd=1&source=gbs_api
This Book was ranked 1 by Google Books for keyword science fiction.

Saturday, September 3, 2016

How to Write Science Fiction & Fantasy

How to Write Science Fiction & Fantasy



Offers tips and advice on writing science fiction, discussing the rules of fiction, and how to structure a successful story.

By: "Orson Scott Card"
Category: "Reference"
Language:en
Published on 2001-09-15 by Writer's Digest Books

Offers tips and advice on writing science fiction, discussing the rules of fiction, and how to structure a successful story.

Preview link: http://books.google.com/books?id=sV7T1SETQ08C&printsec=frontcover&dq=science+fiction&hl=&cd=4&source=gbs_api
This Book was ranked 4 by Google Books for keyword science fiction.