This book, first published in 1980, examines issues such as the definition of the genre, its function as social criticism and as an embodiment and critique of the scientific outlook. In order to work towards a more comprehensive view of the genre, the author analyses science fiction by turns as a mode of popular literature, as a socially responsible and quasi-realistic form of writing, and as a home for a fantastic and parodic use of language.
How much are ‘future histories’, to name but one type of SF, the answer to a frustration of the epic impulse? These questions and more are closely examined in this lively and informative book.
| ISBN: | 9780367749392 |
| Publication date: | 19th May 2021 |
| Author: | Patrick Parrinder |
| Publisher: | Routledge an imprint of Taylor & Francis Ltd |
| Format: | Hardback |
| Pagination: | 188 pages |
| Series: | Routledge Library Editions: Science Fiction |
| Genres: |
Literary studies: fiction, novelists and prose writers Literary studies: c 1900 to c 2000 |
This book, first published in 1980, examines issues such as the definition of the genre, its function as social criticism and as an embodiment and critique of the scientific outlook. In order to work towards a more comprehensive view of the genre, the author analyses science fiction by turns as a mode of popular literature, as a socially responsible and quasi-realistic form of writing, and as a home for a fantastic and parodic use of language.
Science Fiction: Its Criticism and Teaching features in the following genres: Literary studies: fiction, novelists and prose writers, Literary studies: c 1900 to c 2000
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Science Fiction: Its Criticism and Teaching was written by Patrick Parrinder and published by Routledge an imprint of Taylor & Francis Ltd
Science Fiction: Its Criticism and Teaching has 188 pages
Yes it is part of Routledge Library Editions: Science Fiction series
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