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Paratexts: Introductions to Science Fiction and Fantasy, (Hardcover)
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These introductions provide readers with insight into more than seventy novels, making Paratexts a must-read for science fiction and fantasy aficionados.
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Comprehensive Insights
Offers in-depth introductions to the realms of science fiction and fantasy, guiding readers through complex themes and cultural contexts, essential for both newcomers and seasoned enthusiasts.
Scholarly Perspective
Combines academic rigor with accessible writing, ensuring that the content resonates with diverse audiences while providing rich interpretations of genre conventions and innovations.
Curated Selections
Features carefully selected texts and analyses that illuminate significant works, enhancing the reader's understanding and appreciation of the genre's evolution and its impact on popular culture.
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- In the mid-1980s, Easton Press began publishing a series of leather-bound collector editions called Masterpieces of Science Fiction and Masterpieces of Fantasy, which featured some of the most important works in these genres. James Gunn was commissioned to write introductions to these works, which allowed him to pay tribute to many authors who inspired and influenced his own work. In Paratexts: Introductions to Science Fiction and Fantasy, Gunn has collected the most significant essays produced for the Easton series, along with prefaces he wrote for reprints of his own novels. Cited here are some of the most significant works of 19th and 20th century science fiction and fantasy, such as The Island of Dr. Moreau, 1984, Stranger in a Strange Land, A Clockwork Orange, Speaker for the Dead, The Postman, Do Androids Dream of Electric Sheep?, The Hitchhiker's Guide to the Universe, The Dead Zone, The Mists of Avalon, Dragon's Eye, Nine Princes in Amber, Blue Mars, The Last Unicorn, and The Lord of the Rings. Drawing upon Gunn's lifetime of work in the field, these introductions include analyses of the individual works and the fields in which they were written. Gunn also briefly discusses each novel's significance in the science fiction canon. Collected here for the first time, these prefaces and introductions provide readers with insight into more than seventy novels, making Paratexts a must-read for science fiction and fantasy aficionados.
| Book format | Hardcover |
| Fiction/nonfiction | Non-Fiction |
| Genre | Literature & Fiction |
| Publication date | April, 2013 |
| Pages | 242 |
| Reading level | Professional & Vocational |
| Subgenre | Science Fiction & Fantasy |
| Series title | No Series |
| Edition | 1 |
| Publisher | Bloomsbury Publishing PLC |
| Original languages | English |
| Language | English |
| Is collectible | N |
| Binding type | Case Binding |
| Recording time | 0 min |
| Retail packaging | Single Piece |
| Assembled product dimensions (l x w x h) | 6.30 x 0.86 x 9.24 in (16 x 2.2 x 23.5 cm) |
| Assembled product weight | 1.1 lb (500 grams) |
| Bisac subject heading | Literary Criticism |
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Sci-Fi Scholars
Ideal for academics and researchers exploring the nuances of science fiction and fantasy literature.
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Genre Enthusiasts
Perfect for fans who want a deeper understanding of the theoretical frameworks surrounding their favorite genres.
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Writers and Creators
A great resource for authors looking to enhance their knowledge of genre conventions and paratextual elements.
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Casual Readers
May not suit those looking for light reading or straightforward narratives in science fiction and fantasy.
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- Explore over seventy significant science fiction and fantasy novels.
- Includes expert analysis and insights from author James Gunn.
- Covers classic works like 1984, The Lord of the Rings, and more.
- Perfect for both casual readers and dedicated genre enthusiasts.
- Features prefaces and introductions originally written for collectors' editions.
- A must-have addition for any science fiction and fantasy collection.
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