Item details
Condition
Very Good
ISBN
Does not apply
Special Attributes
Vintage Paperback
Book Title
Science Fiction Reader's Guide
Language
English
Topic
Classic Literature, Literature, Science
Format
Paperback
Publisher
Vintage Books
Genre
Science Fiction
Publication Year
1974
Original Language
English
Narrative Type
Fiction
Type
Short Stories
Country/Region of Manufacture
United States
Personalize
No
Intended Audience
Adults
Ex Libris
No
Inscribed
Yes
Personalized
No
Vintage
Yes
Signed
No
Literary Movement
Post-Modernism
Item Height
7 in
Item Length
5 in
Item Width
2 in
Number of Pages
299
More about this item
Science Fiction Reader's Guide
L. David Allen
1974, Centennial Press
This book offers an explanation of science fiction for both the aficionado and general reader, spanning such early masters as H. G. Wells and Jules Verne to the newer wave of writers such as Heinlein, Niven, and Asimov.
It traces themes and changing trends as reflected in their works, discusses the ever increasing popularity of science fiction and projects a future course for the genre.
Inside of front cover has ownership inscription. All pages in unmarked condition. Cover shows minor creasing, some minor wear to edges, small scratches and minor blemishes.