The Science Fiction Mythmakers (Paperback)
Language: English
Published by McFarland & Co Inc, Jefferson, NC, 2016
Series: Book 37 of 68 - Critical Explorations in Science Fiction and Fantasy
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Paperback. A literary genre that pervades 21st-century popular culture, science fiction creates mythologies that make statements about humanity's place in the universe and embody an intersection of science, religion and philosophy. This book considers the significance of this confluence through an examination of myths in the writings of H. G. Wells, Arthur C. Clarke, Philip K. Dick and Frank Herbert. Presenting fresh insights into their works, the author brings to light the tendency of science fiction narratives to reaffirm spiritual myths. A literary genre that pervades 21st-century popular culture, science fiction creates mythologies that make statements about humanity's place in the universe and embody an intersection of science, religion and philosophy. This book considers the significance of this confluence through an examination of myths in the writings of H.G. Wells, Arthur C. Clarke, Philip K. Dick and Frank Herbert. Shipping may be from multiple locations in the US or from the UK, depending on stock availability.…
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- Title
- The Science Fiction Mythmakers (Paperback)
- Author
- Jennifer Simkins
- Publisher
- McFarland & Co Inc, Jefferson, NC
- Publication year
- 2016
- Condition
- new
- Binding
- Paperback
- Language
- English
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- 1476668094
- ISBN 13
- 9781476668093
- Series
- Book 37 of 68: Critical Explorations in Science Fiction and Fantasy
A literary genre that pervades 21st-century popular culture, science fiction creates mythologies that make statements about humanity's place in the universe and embody an intersection of science, religion and philosophy.
This book considers the significance of this confluence through an examination of myths in the writings of H. G. Wells, Arthur C. Clarke, Philip K. Dick and Frank Herbert. Presenting fresh insights into their works, the author brings to light the tendency of science fiction narratives to reaffirm spiritual myths.
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About the Author
Donald E. Palumbo is a professor of English at East Carolina University. He lives in Greenville, North Carolina.
C.W. Sullivan III is Distinguished Professor of arts and sciences at East Carolina University and a full member of the Welsh Academy. He is the author of numerous books and the on-line journal Celtic Cultural Studies.
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