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The Stuff of Science Fiction by Gary Westfahl

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While students and general readers typically cannot relate to esoteric definitions of science fiction, they readily understand the genre as a literature that characteristically deals with subjects such as new inventions, space, robot and aliens. This book looks at science fiction in precisely this manner.

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The Stuff of Science Fiction by Gary Westfahl

While students and general readers typically cannot relate to esoteric definitions of science fiction, they readily understand the genre as a literature that characteristically deals with subjects such as new inventions, space, robot and aliens. This book looks at science fiction in precisely this manner.
“Fascinating and thought-provoking…unreservedly recommended”—Midwest Book Review
Gary Westfahl, a professor emeritus at the University of La Verne, California, has authored, edited, or co-edited 31 books about science fiction and fantasy, and hundreds of articles and reviews. In 2003, he received the Science Fiction Research Association’s Pilgrim Award for his lifetime contributions to science fiction and fantasy scholarship.
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ISBN 13 9781476686592
ISBN 10 1476686599
Title The Stuff of Science Fiction
Author Gary Westfahl
Condition Unavailable
Binding Type Paperback
Publisher McFarland
Year published 2022-10-07
Number of pages 297
Cover note Book picture is for illustrative purposes only, actual binding, cover or edition may vary.