SciFi in the Mind's Eye: Reading Science Through Science Fiction
By (Author) Margret Grebowicz
Afterword by Terry Bisson
Open Court Publishing Co ,U.S.
Open Court Publishing Co ,U.S.
30th October 2007
United States
General
Non Fiction
809.38762
Paperback
320
Width 152mm, Height 228mm
453g
What do early Star Trek episodes have to say about race Is post-apocalyptic literature about the dangers of technology mere entertainment, or a harbinger of things to come This entertaining, enlightening collection brings together scholars and science fiction writers to discuss these questions and more. The essays examine how science fiction informs and inspires scientific research while breakthroughs in modern science spur authors on to more cutting-edge and exhilarating narratives. The invigorating technological discussions are highly informative, yet accessible to all readers.