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Routledge - Holocaust and the Stars: Stanislaw Lem Studies

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Explore a groundbreaking study of Stanislaw Lem, the Polish master of science fiction. This work offers a fresh direction for research into his extensive oeuvre and corrects common errors found in previous biographies. The author reconstructs the context of Lem's early life and his traumatic experiences during the Second World War resulting from his Jewish background. By connecting these historical realities to his literary output, the book provides original and brilliant readings of both his fiction and non-fiction. Readers will gain a deeper understanding of how history shapes imagination. The text examines his use of language, worldbuilding, themes, motifs, and characterization to reveal how the past informs his vision of the future. This is an essential resource for students and fans of global genre fiction and world cinema studies.

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Provides a new direction in research regarding the works of Polish science fiction master Stanislaw Lem.

Corrects several errors commonly appearing in existing biographies of the author.

Recreates the historical context of Lem's early life and his experiences during the Second World War.

Offers original readings of Lem's fiction and non-fiction through the lens of his Jewish background.

Analyzes key literary elements including language, worldbuilding, themes, motifs, and characterization.

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Brand: Routledge
Format: hardcover
ASIN: 0367428725
Category: Books > Subjects > Arts & Photography > Film > World Cinema
Domain: Amazon UK
Release Date: 30 November 2021
Listed Since: 25 June 2021

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