Science fiction and the two cultures : essays on bridging the gap between the sciences and the humanities / edited by Gary Westfahl and George Slusser.
2009
PR830.S35 S34 2009 (Mapit)
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Title
Science fiction and the two cultures : essays on bridging the gap between the sciences and the humanities / edited by Gary Westfahl and George Slusser.
ISBN
9780786442973 (pbk. : alk. paper)
0786442972 (pbk. : alk. paper)
0786442972 (pbk. : alk. paper)
Publication Details
Jefferson, N.C. : McFarland & Co., c2009.
Language
English
Description
viii, 282 p. ; 23 cm.
Call Number
PR830.S35 S34 2009
Dewey Decimal Classification
823/.087609
Summary
"Essays are arranged chronologically and form a historical survey of science fiction, showing how early writers like Dante and Mary Shelley revealed a gradual shift toward a genuine understanding of science; and how H.G. Wells first showed the possibilities of a literature that could combine scientific and humanistic perspectives"--Provided by publisher.
Bibliography, etc. Note
Includes bibliographical references and index.
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Series
Critical explorations in science fiction and fantasy ; 16.
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