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Title:
Science fiction and the two cultures : essays on bridging the gap between the sciences and the humanities / edited by Gary Westfahl and George Slusser.
Publisher:
McFarland & Co.,
Copyright Date:
c2009
Description:
viii, 282 p. ; 23 cm.
Subject:
Science fiction, English--History and criticism.
Science fiction, American--History and criticism.
Science and the humanities in literature.
Science and literature.
Other Authors:
Westfahl, Gary.
Slusser, George Edgar.
Notes:
Includes bibliographical references (p. 247-270) and index.
Summary:
"Essays are arranged chronologically and form a historical survey of science fiction, showing how early writers like Dante and Mary Shelley revealed a gradual shift toward a genuine understanding of science; and how H.G. Wells first showed the possibilities of a literature that could combine scientific and humanistic perspectives"--Provided by publisher.
Series:
Critical explorations in science fiction and fantasy ; 16
ISBN:
0786442972 (softcover : alk. paper)
9780786442973 (softcover : alk. paper)
LCCN:
2009010114
Locations:
USUX851 -- Iowa State University - Parks Library (Ames)
OVUX522 -- University of Iowa Libraries (Iowa City)

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