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Cambridge University Press Cambridge History of Science Fiction - Cambridge University Press

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Explore the evolution of a literary phenomenon with The Cambridge History of Science Fiction. Since the first science fiction course was held in the American academy in the early 1950s, the genre has grown into a recognized field with a massive body of scholarship. This landmark volume serves as the first authoritative history of the genre, providing deep insights for students, researchers, and readers alike. This comprehensive collection brings together over forty contributors who hold diverse and complementary specialties. The authors trace the intellectual and creative roots of science fiction back to the philosophical and fantastic narratives of the ancient past. By examining the genre across national and genre boundaries, this book provides a complete view of how science fiction has developed over the decades. Whether you are studying literary criticism or exploring the history of speculative fiction, this volume offers a foundational resource for understanding the genre's place in the academic and literary world.

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Authoritative genre history that serves as a landmark volume for scholars and readers.

Contributions from over forty experts with diverse and complementary specialties in the field.

Comprehensive coverage that traces the roots of science fiction to ancient philosophical narratives.

Broad perspective that explores the genre across various national and literary boundaries.

Academic resource that documents the growth of science fiction scholarship since the 1950s.

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Brand: Cambridge University Press
Format: hardcover
ASIN: 1107166098
Category: Books > Subjects > Poetry, Drama & Criticism
Domain: Amazon UK
Release Date: 03 January 2019
Listed Since: 25 May 2018

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