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The World of Science Fiction, 1926-1976: The History of a Subculture

The World of Science Fiction, 1926-1976: The History of a Subculture - Routledge Library Editions. Science Fiction

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This book, first published in 1980, is a guide to the major forces in the subculture of science fiction. It analyses the history of the field and the related developments, for instance the Bomb, that have shaped the literature. It examines the complex of activity and background tradition, the body of accepted beliefs and conventions, and the ethics and values of the world of science fiction.

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Book information

ISBN: 9780367748395
Publisher: Taylor & Francis
Imprint: Routledge
Pub date:
DEWEY: 813.0876209
DEWEY edition: 23
Language: English
Number of pages: 428
Weight: 760g
Height: 234mm
Width: 156mm
Spine width: 24mm

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