SF UNIVERSE - The Ultimate Collection
Jules Verne, Mark Twain, Robert Louis Stevenson, James Fenimore Cooper, Edgar Allan Poe, William Hope Hodgson, George MacDonald, Percy Greg, Jack London, Arthur Conan Doyle, Edgar Rice Burroughs, Ernest Bramah, Jonathan Swift, Cleveland Moffett, William Morris, Anthony Trollope, Richard Jefferies, William Dean Howells, Ayn Rand, Samuel Butler, Milo Hastings, David Lindsay, Edward Everett Hale, John Jacob Astor, Edward Bellamy, Andre Norton, Murray Leinster, H. Beam Piper, Lester Del Rey, Charlotte Perkins Gilman, Edgar Wallace, Kurt Vonnegut, Frederik Pohl, Fritz Leiber, Irving E. Cox, Francis Bacon, Philip Francis Nowlan, Robert Cromie, Philip K. Dick, August Derleth, Richard Stockham, Abraham Merritt, Ignatius Donnelly, Owen Gregory, H. G. Wells, E. E. Smith, Stanley G. Weinbaum, E.M. Forster, Fred M. White, Garrett P. Serviss, Henry Haggard, Mary Shelley, Edward Bulwer-Lytton, Rokeya Sakhawat Hossain, Edwin Lester Arnold, George Griffiths, C. J. Cutcliffe Hyne, Edwin A. Abbott, Arthur Dudley Vinton, Gertrude Barrows Bennett, Hugh Benson, Margaret Cavendish, Gustavus W. Pope
Translator Lewis Page Mercier, Ellen E. Frewer, Eleanor E. King, Agnes D. Kingston, Frederick A. Malleson
Publisher: DigiCat
Summary
SF UNIVERSE - The Ultimate Collection is a monumental anthology that spans the rich tapestry of speculative fiction, encapsulating the pioneering spirit and imaginative depth of the genre. This anthology celebrates not only the diversity in narrative forms and literary styles but also the evolution of speculative fiction from its earliest instances to more contemporary explorations. Encompassing works from foundational figures such as Mary Shelley and H.G. Wells to the distinct voices of Kurt Vonnegut and Philip K. Dick, the collection showcases seminal pieces that have shaped the genre. The anthology serves as a comprehensive survey, offering readers an unparalleled journey through the realms of speculative thought and futuristic speculation, without focusing on the contribution of any single author. The contributing authors, a pantheon of literary giants across different eras, bring a wide array of cultural, philosophical, and personal backgrounds to the collection, enriching it with their unique perspectives. From the early visionary works of George MacDonald and Arthur Conan Doyle, who laid the groundwork for fantastical narratives, to the incisive social commentaries of Ayn Rand and Charlotte Perkins Gilman, the anthology charts the genre's evolution alongside technological progress and societal shifts. The collection mirrors significant movements in literature and thought, encapsulating the zeitgeist of multiple epochs through the lens of speculative fiction. SF UNIVERSE - The Ultimate Collection offers readers an exceptional opportunity to immerse themselves in the vast expanse of speculative fiction. It encourages exploration beyond the boundaries of the known into the realms of outer space, alternate realities, and profound philosophical inquiry. This anthology is not just a compendium of speculative fiction; it is a doorway into understanding the human condition through the speculative mirror. It appeals to both newcomers and aficionados of the genre, promising a comprehensive understanding of its development and its thematic concerns. For readers seeking to grasp the breadth and depth of speculative fiction, this collection is an indispensable resource that captures the imagination and spurs intellectual curiosity.
Available since: 12/16/2023.
Print length: 23249 pages.
