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The Greatest Sci-Fi Tales Ever Written

'The Greatest Sci-Fi Tales Ever Written' spans a breathtaking array of foundational science fiction stories, each entwining speculative technology with rich humanistic themes. This anthology showcases the diversity in narrative structure and style, from the adventurous and the gothic to the philosophical and the romantic, capturing the early flourishes of the genre. The collection binds together seminal works that not only imagine worlds beyond the conventional but also reflect the contemporaneous anxieties and aspirations through fantastical storytelling, making it an essential compendium for readers and scholars alike. The authors represented in this anthology, including pioneers such as Mary Shelley, H.G. Wells, and Jules Verne, among others, bring a remarkable breadth of cultural and intellectual backgrounds. Collectively, they have laid the groundwork for modern science fiction, touching on themes from industrial revolution repercussions to the moral implications of futuristic inventions. Their works resonate with significant literary movements of their times, ranging from Romanticism to the dawn of Modernism, and collectively, they offer a panoramic view on the evolution of societal narratives via speculative fiction. For enthusiasts of both literary history and imaginative escapades, 'The Greatest Sci-Fi Tales Ever Written' offers a unique gateway. Readers are invited to traverse through a labyrinth of visionary realms and probe the philosophical queries posed by each author. Diving into this collection promises not only a broadened personal horizon but also deeper insights into how classic literature mirrors and molds societal prospects and fears. This anthology is an excellent resource for anyone wishing to explore the diversity of early science fiction and its profound impact on how we view the future.


Authors:

  • Jules Verne
  • H. G. Wells
  • Mary Shelley
  • Arthur Conan Doyle
  • Edgar Allan Poe
  • Mark Twain
  • Edward Bulwer-Lytton
  • Edwin A. Abbott
  • Jack London
  • Edward Bellamy
  • Robert Louis Stevenson
  • George MacDonald
  • H. Rider Haggard
  • William Hope Hodgson
  • Charlotte Perkins Gilman
  • Hugh Benson
  • David Lindsay
  • Abraham Merritt

Format:

  • E-book

Duration:

  • 3020 pages

Language:

English

Categories:

  • Fantasy and Sci-Fi
  • Sci-Fi

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  • 1959 books

    Jules Verne

    Jules Verne (1828–1905) was a prolific French author whose writing about various innovations and technological advancements laid much of the foundation of modern science fiction. Verne’s love of travel and adventure, including his time spent sailing the seas, inspired several of his short stories and novels.

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    H.G. Wells is considered by many to be the father of science fiction. He was the author of numerous classics such as The Invisible Man, The Time Machine, The Island of Dr. Moreau, The War of the Worlds, and many more.

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  • 580 books

    Mary Shelley

    Mary Shelley (1797–1851) was born to well-known parents: author and feminist Mary Wollstonecraft and philosopher William Godwin. When Mary was sixteen, she met the young poet Percy Bysshe Shelley, a devotee of her father’s teachings. In 1816, the two of them travelled to Geneva to stay with Lord Byron. One evening, while they shared ghost stories, Lord Byron proposed that they each write a ghost story of their own. Frankenstein was Mary’s contribution. Other works of hers include Mathilda, The Last Man, and The Fortunes of Perkin Warbeck.

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    Arthur Conan Doyle

    Arthur Conan Doyle was a British writer and physician. He is the creator of the Sherlock Holmes character, writing his debut appearance in A Study in Scarlet. Doyle wrote notable books in the fantasy and science fiction genres, as well as plays, romances, poetry, non-fiction, and historical novels.

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    Edgar Allan Poe

    Edgar Allan Poe (1809-1849) was an American writer, poet, and critic. Best known for his macabre prose work, including the short story “The Tell-Tale Heart,” his writing has influenced literature in the United States and around the world.

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    Mark Twain

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