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 masterful anthology that gathers an unparalleled array of imaginative narratives spanning the breadth of science fiction history. From the pioneering visions of Mary Shelley's early speculative fiction to the thought-provoking dystopias of Kurt Vonnegut and Philip K. Dick, the anthology showcases an extraordinary array of literary styles and thematic explorations. Each story encapsulates the spirit of innovation and the quest to transcend the boundaries of human experience, creating a tapestry rich in diversity and significance. The collection offers standout pieces that explore everything from the intricacies of time travel and the existential implications of technological advances to the intricacies of alien encounters and space colonization, promising to ignite the reader's sense of wonder and curiosity at every turn. The contributing authors represent a magnificent cross-section of literary history, each leaving an indelible mark on the landscape of speculative fiction. From the visionary insights of Jules Verne to the satirical genius of Jonathan Swift, the anthology surveys a continuum of voices that reflect on and respond to cultural and scientific changes across centuries. Literary giants such as H.G. Wells and Ayn Rand navigate the reader through the social, philosophical, and ethical dilemmas posed by their times, resonating with contemporary concerns. Together, this assembly of luminary writers reveals the rich tapestry of thought and inspiration that has shaped and fueled the science fiction genre, aligning with movements from romanticism and gothic to modernism and cyberpunk. This collection is a treasure trove inviting readers to explore the vast universe of science fiction through multifaceted lenses. SF UNIVERSE - The Ultimate Collection offers an unparalleled opportunity to engage with a spectrum of perspectives, as each author illuminates the human condition through their speculative narratives. Whether for educational enrichment, broader literary appreciation, or simply the joy of exploration, readers will find themselves immersed in a dialogue that spans time, space, and consciousness. Embark on a journey through this anthology for its expansive insights and the transformative experience it provides—a must-have for both the aficionado of speculative fiction and the curious newcomer alike.
Available since: 12/16/2023.
Print length: 23249 pages.
