Science fiction : a guide for the perplexed
Title:
Science fiction : a guide for the perplexed
Author:
Vint, Sherryl, 1969-
ISBN:
9781441119605
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Physical Description:
1 online resource (217 pages).
Series:
Bloomsbury guides for the perplexed
Guides for the perplexed.
Contents:
Machine generated contents note: -- 1. Introduction \ 2. Technologically Saturated Societies \ 3. Cognitive Estrangement \ 4. Megatext \ 5. Speculative Fiction \ 6. Culture/Community \ 7. Politics \ 8. Literature of Change \ 9. Conclusion \ Further Reading \ Index.
Abstract:
"Drawing on examples from literature, film and TV, this book helps students grapple with and master the often perplexing question, 'what is science fiction?'"-- Provided by publisher.
Local Note:
Electronic reproduction. Ann Arbor, MI : ProQuest, 2015. Available via World Wide Web. Access may be limited to ProQuest affiliated libraries.
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