Download or read book Unknown Guests Sci Fi Tales written by Clifford D. Simak and published by e-artnow. This book was released on 2020-12-17 with total page 208 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Unknown Guests is Clifford D. Simak's collection of alien contact stories. The author tells fascinating stories of human/alien relations both on Earth and distant planets. Empire The World That Couldn't Be Hellhounds of the Cosmos

Download or read book The Greatest Sci Fi Tales Ever Written written by Jules Verne and published by Good Press. This book was released on 2023-12-02 with total page 3855 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Good Press presents to you this unique SF collection, designed and formatted to the highest digital standards and adjusted for readability on all devices. Contents: Jules Verne: Journey to the Center of the Earth Twenty Thousand Leagues under the Sea H. G. Wells: The Time Machine The War of The Worlds Mary Shelley: Frankenstein Arthur Conan Doyle: The Lost World Edgar Allan Poe: A Descent into the Maelstrom The Conversation of Eiros and Charmion Mark Twain: A Connecticut Yankee in King Arthur's Court Edward Bulwer-Lytton: The Coming Race Edwin A. Abbott: Flatland Jack London: Iron Heel Edward Bellamy: Looking Backward: 2000–1887 Robert Louis Stevenson: The Strange Case of Doctor Jekyll and Mr Hyde George MacDonald: Lilith H. Rider Haggard: King Solomon's Mines William Hope Hodgson: The Night Land Charlotte Perkins Gilman: Herland Hugh Benson: Lord of the World David Lindsay: A Voyage to Arcturus Abraham Merritt: The Moon Pool The Metal Monster

Download or read book Unknown Worlds written by Stanley Schmidt and published by BBS Publishing Corporation. This book was released on 1988 with total page 517 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: A collection of fantasy and science fiction short stories from the annals of Unknown worlds magazine

Download or read book The Country of the Blind Other Sci Fi Tales 33 Fantasy Stories in One Edition written by H. G. Wells and published by Good Press. This book was released on 2023-11-28 with total page 493 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: The Country of the Blind and Other Stories is a collection of thirty-three fantasy and science fiction short stories written by the English author H. G. Wells between 1894 and 1909. Contents: The Jilting of Jane The Cone The Stolen Bacillus The Flowering of the Strange Orchid In the Avu Observatory Aepyornis Island The Remarkable Case of Davidson's Eyes The Lord of the Dynamos The Moth The Treasure in the Forest The Story of the Late Mr. Elvesham Under the Knife The Sea Raiders The Obliterated Man The Plattner Story The Red Room The Purple Pileus A Slip Under the Microscope The Crystal Egg The Star The Man Who Could Work Miracles A Vision of Judgment Jimmy Goggles the God Miss Winchelsea's Heart A Dream of Armageddon The Valley of Spiders The New Accelerator The Truth About Pyecraft The Magic Shop The Empire of the Ants The Door in the Wall The Country of the Blind The Beautiful Suit H. G. Wells (1866–1946) was an English writer, now best known for his work in the science fiction genre. He was also a prolific writer in many other genres, including contemporary novels, history, politics and social commentary, even writing textbooks and rules for war games. Wells is one person sometimes called "The Father of Science Fiction", as are Jules Verne and Hugo Gernsback. His most notable science fiction works include The War of the Worlds, The Time Machine, The Invisible Man and The Island of Doctor Moreau.

Download or read book Vintage Tomorrows written by James H. Carrott and published by "O'Reilly Media, Inc.". This book was released on 2013-02-11 with total page 423 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: What would today’s technology look like with Victorian-era design and materials? That’s the world steampunk envisions: a mad-inventor collection of 21st century-inspired contraptions powered by steam and driven by gears. In this book, futurist Brian David Johnson and cultural historian James Carrott explore steampunk, a cultural movement that’s captivated thousands of artists, designers, makers, hackers, and writers throughout the world. Just like today, the late 19th century was an age of rapid technological change, and writers such as Jules Verne and H.G. Wells commented on their time with fantastic stories that jumpstarted science fiction. Through interviews with experts such as William Gibson, Cory Doctorow, Bruce Sterling, James Gleick, and Margaret Atwood, this book looks into steampunk’s vision of old-world craftsmen making beautiful hand-tooled gadgets, and what it says about our age of disposable technology. Steampunk is everywhere—as gadget prototypes at Maker Faire, novels and comic books, paintings and photography, sculptures, fashion design, and music. Discover how this elaborate view of a history that never existed can help us reimagine our future.

Download or read book Future Sci Fi Tales 2020 written by Julio Paz and published by SnowyWorks. This book was released on 2020-10-10 with total page 44 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Tales from the future! 2020 edition of the Future Sci-Fi Tales anthology features four exciting tales of sci-fi, plus a four-page preview of an upcoming exciting sci-fi adventure series. Read about a scientist who discovers another plane of existence via audio, a man visits his digitized sister in a VR world, a physics student doing his Ph.D. on time travel meets a retired scientist supposedly having experimented in this field, and more! Stories are written by Julio Paz, Sergio Santos, Hernan Molina, and Drew D. Lenhart. Fantastic illustrations by Hernan Molina, Alberto Pessoa, Toan Joans, and Juan Fleites. Cover pencils by Nathan Pinsoneault, cover inks by Colin Richards, and cover colors by Stacie Pinsoneault! Stories include; Distortion, Dirt, Continuum Man, Can You Survive at Night, and Caspian Porter!

Download or read book Unknown written by Lincoln Cole and published by Createspace Independent Publishing Platform. This book was released on 2017-02-11 with total page 488 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: A collection of 20 short stories about the Unknown.

Download or read book Science Fiction and Fantasy Literature written by R. Reginald and published by Wildside Press LLC. This book was released on 2010-09-01 with total page 802 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Science Fiction and Fantasy Literature, A Checklist, 1700-1974, Volume one of Two, contains an Author Index, Title Index, Series Index, Awards Index, and the Ace and Belmont Doubles Index.

Download or read book Human Remains Ten Classic Sci Fi Tales written by Susan Hart and published by Lulu.com. This book was released on 2016-04-22 with total page 469 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Contains novellas, novels and short stories in the classic style: The Scavengers - After a calamity wiped out most of earth's population a hundred years before, the remaining million or so souls has divided up AND Mountain Of The Ancients PLUS Genius - A very wealthy man tries to regain happiness PLUS Duplicity, is a story set in the near future and it's about a female police detective investigating a crime AND Radiation Can Really Mess Things Up PLUS Raymond The Automatic House - A surviving government official after a worldwide upheaval manages to escape a ravaging mob AND Two Terran Spies On An Alien Planet - A government official on a planet currently at war with earth, finds two supposed spies at a bar and suspects they are Terran agents PLUS The Pied Piper of Spring AND Rio Temporal PLUS Weather Modification Sucks - A man with a restaurant on top of a hill worries about what will happen when local officials try to control the weather.

Download or read book Exploring Space 1999 written by John Kenneth Muir and published by McFarland. This book was released on 2015-09-15 with total page 223 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Starring internationally renowned actors Martin Landau, Barbara Bain, Barry Morse and Catherine Schell, the British-made Space: 1999 was the only truly original space adventure of the mid-1970s. Sandwiched between the demise of the original Star Trek and the opening of the Stars Wars series on the big screen, Space: 1999 featured a richly-visualized world where space was terrifying and mysterious, where not all problems were solvable by technology and the space travelers were very human. From the science fiction show's conception in 1973 to its cancellation in 1977, this reference work covers each of the 48 episodes in depth, including a full plot synopsis, writer, director, guest star credits, and critical commentary that examines both the episode and other shows that have used similar plotlines. The popularity of Space: 1999 memorabilia and its many fan clubs are fully discussed, along with the possibility of a future movie or reunion show that would tie up the loose ends caused by the show's abrupt cancellation.

Download or read book The History of the Science fiction Magazine written by Michael Ashley and published by Liverpool University Press. This book was released on 2000-01-01 with total page 316 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: This is the first of three volumes that chart the history of the science fiction magazine from the earliest days to the present. This first volume looks at the exuberant years of the pulp magazines. It traces the growth and development of the science fiction magazines from when Hugo Gernsback launched the very first, Amazing Stories, in 1926 through to the birth of the atomic age and the death of the pulps in the early 1950s. These were the days of the youth of science fiction, when it was brash, raw and exciting: the days of the first great space operas by Edward Elmer Smith and Edmond Hamilton, through the cosmic thought variants by Murray Leinster, Jack Williamson and others to the early 1940s when John W. Campbell at Astounding did his best to nurture the infant genre into adulthood. Under him such major names as Robert A. Heinlein, Isaac Asimov, A. E. van Vogt and Theodore Sturgeon emerged who, along with other such new talents as Ray Bradbury and Arthur C. Clarke, helped create modern science fiction. For over forty years magazines were at the heart of science fiction and this book considers how the magazines, and their publishers, editors and authors influenced the growth and perception of this fascinating genre.

Download or read book How to Write Science Fiction written by Sergio Rijo and published by SERGIO RIJO. This book was released on 2023-09-14 with total page 125 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Explore 'How to Write Science Fiction: Crafting Imaginative Worlds,' your comprehensive guide to the thrilling genre where imagination knows no bounds. This literary journey unravels science fiction's essence, history, and irresistible allure. It's a hands-on manual for crafting your own imaginative worlds and characters, navigating complex themes, and honing your storytelling skills. Begin by understanding the essence of science fiction, its historical roots, and its timeless appeal. Delve deep into creativity with exercises that transport you into alien minds, provoke ethical dilemmas, and challenge your storytelling prowess. Immerse readers in your imaginative worlds by mastering world-building fundamentals, creating immersive settings, and developing intricate societies and cultures. Craft multidimensional characters that resonate with your audience, striking the perfect balance between relatability and uniqueness. Plot the unknown with confidence, using science fiction's unique narrative structures to explore the hero's journey in futuristic contexts. Paint vivid descriptions of futuristic landscapes, advanced technology, and alien worlds, engaging readers with the perfect balance of detail and immersion. Navigate complex scientific concepts effortlessly, ensuring accuracy while simplifying ideas for your audience. Blend science and storytelling seamlessly, making your narratives informative and enthralling. Master the art of crafting engaging dialogue, unique to the future, and develop distinctive character voices. Tackle thought-provoking themes and subtext, leaving readers pondering ethical dilemmas and profound questions. Edit and revise your work meticulously, seeking feedback and critique to refine your craft. Craft captivating openings, build tension and conflict, and control pacing for a page-turning experience. Conclude your stories with satisfaction, resolving plot threads while leaving room for contemplation. Wrap up character arcs and provide a sense of closure that lingers. Discover publishing options, from traditional to self-publishing, and connect with readers through an online presence, social media, and author websites. Stay informed and inspired by reading contemporary science fiction and attending conventions and workshops. Reflect on your growth as a science fiction writer, set goals, and continue refining your craft. Sample outlines, templates, and a glossary of science fiction terms assist your writing journey. The final chapter offers exercises and prompts to ignite your imagination, fine-tune your craft, and prepare for your own science fiction odyssey. Embrace these exercises as your launchpad to boundless creativity. With 'How to Write Science Fiction: Crafting Imaginative Worlds' as your guide, your journey through the cosmos of science fiction is bound to be extraordinary.

Download or read book 41 Above the Rest written by Bud Webster and published by Wildside Press LLC. This book was released on 2004-10-01 with total page 74 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Groff Conklin was the most important science fiction anthologist through the years of the genre's true second generation, that point at which its previously magazine-bound masterpieces were being systemtically located, aligned and placed into permanent format. His contribution over the period of two decades was irreplaceable and all of our postwar history exists in the penumbra of his work. Bud Webster has in this index granted an act of scholarship and homage of equal irreplaceability. - Barry Malzberg, author and editor

Download or read book The Evolution of Modern Fantasy written by Jamie Williamson and published by Springer. This book was released on 2015-07-09 with total page 224 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: In this comprehensive study, Williamson traces the literary history of the fantasy genre from the eighteenth century to its coalescence following the success of Tolkien's work in the 1960s. While some studies have engaged with related material, there has been no extended study specifically exploring the roots of this now beloved genre.

Download or read book Manton s World written by John Russell Fearn and published by Wildside Press LLC. This book was released on 2013-02-13 with total page 130 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Randle Manton has brought the Earth back from the brink of nuclear disaster, painstakingly rebuilding a nearly destroyed civilization, even reaching out to space. But now he's told that the clouds covering the world will soon unleash upon the reeling planet yet another disaster: a great flood that will cover most of the Earth's surface. Despite his wealth, despite his great power, Manton knows that he'll only be able to save a fraction of humanity. Can mankind rebuild and survive yet a third time?

Download or read book The Central Intelligence The Golden Amazon Saga Book Seven written by John Russell Fearn and published by Wildside Press LLC. This book was released on 2013-05-06 with total page 166 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: The Golden Amazon’s arch-enemy, Sefner Quorne, discovers that all mental gifts, such as memory and creativity, are not inherent in human brains and mental make-up, but are something that is broadcast throughout the universe by a Central Intelligence, and then interpreted individually by the recipient! Quorne invents a device to block such thoughts selectively from reaching the Earth, thereby reducing the population to imbeciles--with the Amazon and Abna also being affected. The ambitious scientist then embarks on the most audacious voyage ever to be undertaken by man when, at the surprising suggestion of his wife Viona--daughter of the Amazon--he travels to the very center of the universe in order to seize the secrets to all knowledge from the Central Intelligence itself! Can Quorne be thwarted before he becomes the most powerful being in the cosmos? Another astounding adventure in the unfolding saga of the Golden Amazon!

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