The Greatest Sci-Fi Books of All Time (ePub)
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Jules Verne's 'The Greatest Sci-Fi Books of All Time' is an anthology that serves as an invaluable repository of the foundational works in the science fiction genre. This venerable collection is meticulously curated, encompassing not only Verne's own...
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Jules Verne's 'The Greatest Sci-Fi Books of All Time' is an anthology that serves as an invaluable repository of the foundational works in the science fiction genre. This venerable collection is meticulously curated, encompassing not only Verne's own pioneering submarinal adventure '20.000 Leagues under the Sea' and the exploration saga 'The Mysterious Island' but also revered classics from Mary Shelley's 'Frankenstein' to the space-faring tales of H. G. Wells. The anthology facilitates a literary odyssey through the theme of scientific innovation and its implications, offering readers a historical lens to appreciate the evolution of the genre. From early utopian and dystopian visions to tales of exploration and technological marvels, the narrative styles within range from the gothic to the analytical, the speculative to the eerily prophetic, each cementing the cornerstone of what modern readers revere as science fiction.
Jules Verne, often heralded as the 'Father of Science Fiction', possesses both the foresight to envisage futures untold and the literary acumen to bring them to life with vivid prose and compelling storytelling. This anthology is not merely a flashback to Verne's own prolific contributions to the genre, but also a homage to the writers who paralleled and preceded him. These varied authors, from Edgar Allan Poe to Arthur Conan Doyle, infused their unique perspectives and contemporary societal issues into their work, irreversibly steering the trajectory of literary science fiction. Verne is thought to have been influenced by the scientific discourse and the technological advancements of his time, thus leading him to conceive novels that ponder humanity's relationship with technology and the natural world.
'The Greatest Sci-Fi Books of All Time' is a definitive collection that is quintessential for both connoisseurs and curious newcomers to the genre. It is an anthology that promises to enchant with classic narratives while stimulating profound reflections on the perennial dance between human aspiration and ethical quandaries. For those seeking to explore the genesis of science fiction or to rediscover its timeless masterpieces, this compendium stands as an imposing gateway to the extraordinary worlds and ideas that have shaped our cultural and literary landscapes.
Jules Verne, often heralded as the 'Father of Science Fiction', possesses both the foresight to envisage futures untold and the literary acumen to bring them to life with vivid prose and compelling storytelling. This anthology is not merely a flashback to Verne's own prolific contributions to the genre, but also a homage to the writers who paralleled and preceded him. These varied authors, from Edgar Allan Poe to Arthur Conan Doyle, infused their unique perspectives and contemporary societal issues into their work, irreversibly steering the trajectory of literary science fiction. Verne is thought to have been influenced by the scientific discourse and the technological advancements of his time, thus leading him to conceive novels that ponder humanity's relationship with technology and the natural world.
'The Greatest Sci-Fi Books of All Time' is a definitive collection that is quintessential for both connoisseurs and curious newcomers to the genre. It is an anthology that promises to enchant with classic narratives while stimulating profound reflections on the perennial dance between human aspiration and ethical quandaries. For those seeking to explore the genesis of science fiction or to rediscover its timeless masterpieces, this compendium stands as an imposing gateway to the extraordinary worlds and ideas that have shaped our cultural and literary landscapes.
Autoren-Porträt von Jules Verne, Ernest Bramah, Jonathan Swift, Cleveland Moffett, William Morris, Anthony Trollope, Richard Jefferies, Samuel Butler, David Lindsay, Edward Everett Hale, Edward Bellamy, Mark Twain, Charlotte Perkins Gilman, Edgar Wallace, Francis Bacon, Robert Cromie, Abraham Merritt, Ignatius Donnelly, Owen Gregory, H. G. Wells, Stanley G. Weinbaum, Fred M. White, Robert Louis Stevenson, H. P. Lovecraft, Garrett P. Serviss, Henry Rider Haggard, Mary Shelley, Malcolm Jameson, Edward Bulwer-Lytton, Lewis Grassic Gibbon, Otis Adelbert Kline, C. J. Cutcliffe Hyne, Edwin A. Abbott, Edgar Allan Poe, Arthur Dudley Vinton, Gertrude Barrows Bennett, Hugh Benson, Margaret Cavendish, James Fenimore Coope, William Hope Hodgson, George Macdonald, Percy Greg, Jack London, Arthur Conan Doyle
Jules Verne (1828-1905) stands as one of the pioneering figures in the annals of science fiction literature. Born in the French port city of Nantes, Verne cultivated a lifelong fascination with travel and technological innovation, elements that would later become hallmarks of his writing. He embarked upon a law career, but the siren call of literature lured him from the legal path to become a prodigious storyteller, whose imaginative narratives were grounded in the scientific knowledge of his time. Verne's opus includes 'Journey to the Center of the Earth' (1864), 'Twenty Thousand Leagues Under the Sea' (1870), and 'Around the World in Eighty Days' (1873), each a testament to his visionary scope and influence on the speculative fiction genre. Though the book title 'The Greatest Sci-Fi Books of All Time' does not directly correlate to a specific work by Verne, it evokes the descriptive sentiment widely held regarding his oeuvre. His prose, often categorized under the 'extraordinary voyages' series, not only entertained but also educated his readers about the world's possibilities, blending adventure with pedagogy in a narrative style that was both engaging and enlightening. Verne's novels have been translated into countless languages, making him one of the most translated authors in history and earning him the moniker of 'the Father of Science Fiction' along with H.G. Wells. His literary legacy endures in the hearts and minds of readers and writers who continue to be inspired by his visionary perspective on humanity's potential.
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- Autoren: Jules Verne , Ernest Bramah , Jonathan Swift , Cleveland Moffett , William Morris , Anthony Trollope , Richard Jefferies , Samuel Butler , David Lindsay , Edward Everett Hale , Edward Bellamy , Mark Twain , Charlotte Perkins Gilman , Edgar Wallace , Francis Bacon , Robert Cromie , Abraham Merritt , Ignatius Donnelly , Owen Gregory , H. G. Wells , Stanley G. Weinbaum , Fred M. White , Robert Louis Stevenson , H. P. Lovecraft , Garrett P. Serviss , Henry Rider Haggard , Mary Shelley , Malcolm Jameson , Edward Bulwer-Lytton , Lewis Grassic Gibbon , Otis Adelbert Kline , C. J. Cutcliffe Hyne , Edwin A. Abbott , Edgar Allan Poe , Arthur Dudley Vinton , Gertrude Barrows Bennett , Hugh Benson , Margaret Cavendish , James Fenimore Coope , William Hope Hodgson , George Macdonald , Percy Greg , Jack London , Arthur Conan Doyle
- 2022, 18410 Seiten, Englisch
- Verlag: DigiCat
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- ISBN-13: 8596547401988
- Erscheinungsdatum: 13.11.2022
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