DAVID PRINGLE

Una guía imprescindible que estudia cien obras maestras del género, desde los clásicos como Orwell hasta las novelas más actuales, como Neuromante, e incluye información sobre primeras y recientes ediciones en castellano de libros relacionados con la ciencia ficcion.

Una guía imprescindible que estudia cien obras maestras del genero, desde los clásicos como Orwell hasta las novelas más actuales, como Neuromante , e incluye información sobre primeras y recientes ediciones en castellano. Este libro se ha convertido en una imprescindible obra de referencia en la que podremos encontrar joyas de la ciencia ficcion como Titus Groan (1946) de Mervyn Peake o Aegypto (1987) de John Crowley.

Pringle presents his selections in chronological order and includes a synopsis of the story, a discussion of the authors overall contribution to fantasy literature, critical commentary on the titles significance, and a brief publishing history. An introductory essay tackles the difficulty of defining fantasy, while a "Brief Bibliography" directs readers to other discussions of the genre. By no means a definitive subject guide, this entertaining volume should serve as a solid introduction to the elusive field of imaginative literature.

From one of the best-known editors in modern science fiction, this lively and authoritative guide will appeal to both newcomers and connoisseurs of the genre alike. Informative and readable, David Pringles choices focus on landmark works by the likes of Ray Bradbury, Alfred Bester and J.G. Ballard, unearth less prominent talents such as Ian Watson, Octavia Butler and Joanna Russ, and highlight breakthrough novels by William Gibson and Philip K. Dick. An essential guide to science fiction literature.

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This essential reference book details everything the novice needs to know about the genre and everything the well-read fan is calling out for. Lavishly illustrated and expertly informed, it is edited by Tim Dedopulos and David Pringle, editor and co-founder of the internationally acclaimed Interzone magazine, and features forewords by legendary authors Terry Pratchett and Ben Aaronovitch. They have assembled a team of expert contributors to compile a visually stunning, informative and fascinating guide to the world of fantasy, from its origins and early trailblazers to the cultural phenomena of todays mega fantasy properties.