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What do early Star Trek episodes have to say about race? Is post-apocalyptic literature about the dangers of technology mere entertainment, or a harbinger of things to come? This entertaining, enlightening collection brings together scholars and science fiction writers to discuss these questions and more. The essays examine how science fiction informs and inspires scientific research while breakthroughs in modern science spur authors on to more cutting-edge and exhilarating narratives. The invigorating technological discussions are highly informative, yet accessible to all readers.
Paperback: 320 pages
Publisher: Open Court (October 28, 2007)
Language: English
ISBN-10: 0812696301
ISBN-13: 978-0812696301
Product Dimensions: 6.2 x 0.7 x 8.9 inches
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SCIFI IN THE MIND'S EYE: READING SCIENCE THROUGH SCIENCE FICTION features articles by some of the biggest names in the field - Terry Bisson, Nancy Kress, Stanislaw Clem - and offers connections between how science fiction is told and how it inspires scientific breakthroughs. Any fan of science fiction novels will appreciate the in-depth analysis of the real-world effects of imagination.
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