Science Fiction: Notes
Published: 1999
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"Science Fiction: Notes" by L. David Allen is a thought-provoking exploration of the genre, blending personal reflections and critical analysis. The book delves into the evolution of science fiction, highlighting its impact on culture and society. Through a series of essays, Allen examines key themes, influential works, and the visionary authors who have shaped the landscape of speculative fiction. With a mix of insightful commentary and engaging anecdotes, the author invites readers to reconsider their relationship with science fiction, encouraging them to appreciate its capacity to illuminate the human condition and inspire future possibilities. [Generated by language model - please report any problems].
This book is aimed at Young Adult readers. The term Young Adult (YA) is used for books which have the following characteristics: (1) aimed at ages 12-18 years, US grades 7-12, UK school years 8-15, (2) around 50-75k words long, (3) main character is aged 12-18 years, (4) topics include self-reflection, internal conflict vs external, analyzing life and its meaning, (5) point of view is often in the first person, and (6) swearing, violence, romance and sexuality are allowed. This book was published in 1999 by John Wiley & Sons Inc .