The Dream (Sci-Fi Classic)

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Publisher : e-artnow
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Total Pages : 185 pages
Book Rating : 4.4/5 (64 download)

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Book Synopsis The Dream (Sci-Fi Classic) by : H. G. Wells

Download or read book The Dream (Sci-Fi Classic) written by H. G. Wells and published by e-artnow. This book was released on 2020-12-17 with total page 185 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: The Dream tells of a man from a Utopian future who dreams the entire life of an Englishman from the Victorian and Edwardian eras. In circa 4,000 A.D., a biologist named Sarnac is taking a holiday among mountains and lakes with his lover, Sunray. With four other holiday travelers, they visit some 2,000-year-old "ancient remains [of war dead] that had recently been excavated" in a nearby valley. A little later, after a brief afternoon nap, Sarnac awakens from "a very vivid dream." Sarnac's dream brings with it total recall of the complete life of Harry Mortimer Smith. Smith's life and the institutions that structure it are the subject throughout the novel of a running commentary from the point of view of the achieved Utopia of 2,000 years later. In The Dream present time as an "Age of Confusion" from which humanity will be able to emerge with the help of science and common sense.

Somnium

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Publisher : Createspace Independent Publishing Platform
ISBN 13 : 9781981810031
Total Pages : 52 pages
Book Rating : 4.8/5 (1 download)

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Book Synopsis Somnium by : Johannes Kepler

Download or read book Somnium written by Johannes Kepler and published by Createspace Independent Publishing Platform. This book was released on 2017-12-18 with total page 52 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Somnium is a Latin word for Dream. This novel was written by Johannes Kepler in 1608, in a time when a trip to the ethereal regions of the moon would be possible only with the assistance of supernatural forces. Historians consider this lunar exploration a remarkable and revolutionary text, and one of the most provocative and innovative of Kepler's works. Great authors/scientists such as Isaac Asimov and Carl Sagan suggested it as the first science fiction story. If it is not, we can at least consider it as the first serious scientific work about lunar astronomy.

The Iron Dream

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Publisher : Norman Spinrad
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Total Pages : 298 pages
Book Rating : 4./5 ( download)

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Download or read book The Iron Dream written by Norman Spinrad and published by Norman Spinrad. This book was released on 1974 with total page 298 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt:

Dream Park

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Publisher : Macmillan
ISBN 13 : 1429935359
Total Pages : 320 pages
Book Rating : 4.4/5 (299 download)

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Book Synopsis Dream Park by : Larry Niven

Download or read book Dream Park written by Larry Niven and published by Macmillan. This book was released on 2010-05-11 with total page 320 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: The beginning of a hard sci-fi series, Deam Park is a visionary science fiction classic from Larry Niven and Steven Barnes A group of pretend adventurers suit up for a campaign called "The South Seas Treasure Game." As in the early Role Playing Games, there are Dungeon Masters, warriors, magicians, and thieves. The difference? At Dream Park, a futuristic fantasy theme park full of holographic attractions and the latest in VR technology, they play in an artificial enclosure that has been enhanced with special effects, holograms, actors, and a clever storyline. The players get as close as possible to truly living their adventure. All's fun and games until a Park security guard is murdered, a valuable research property is stolen, and all evidence points to someone inside the game. The park's head of security, Alex Griffin, joins the game to find the killer, but finds new meaning in the games he helps keep alive. At the Publisher's request, this title is being sold without Digital Rights Management Software (DRM) applied.

Frankenstein Dreams

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Publisher : Bloomsbury Publishing USA
ISBN 13 : 1632860422
Total Pages : 401 pages
Book Rating : 4.6/5 (328 download)

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Book Synopsis Frankenstein Dreams by : Michael Sims

Download or read book Frankenstein Dreams written by Michael Sims and published by Bloomsbury Publishing USA. This book was released on 2017-09-05 with total page 401 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: From Mary Shelley to H.G. Wells, a collection of the best Victorian science fiction from Michael Sims, the editor of Dracula's Guest. Long before 1984, Star Wars, or The Hunger Games, Victorian authors imagined a future where new science and technologies reshaped the world and universe they knew. The great themes of modern science fiction showed up surprisingly early: space and time travel, dystopian societies, even dangerously independent machines, all inspiring the speculative fiction of the Victorian era. In Frankenstein Dreams, Michael Sims has gathered many of the very finest stories, some by classic writers such as Jules Verne, Mary Shelley, and H.G. Wells, but many that will surprise general readers. Dark visions of the human psyche emerge in Thomas Wentworth Higginson's "The Monarch of Dreams," while Mary E. Wilkins Freeman provides a glimpse of “the fifth dimension” in her provocative tale "The Hall Bedroom.' With contributions by Edgar Allan Poe, Alice Fuller, Rudyard Kipling, Thomas Hardy, Arthur Conan Doyle, and many others, each introduced by Michael Sims, whose elegant introduction provides valuable literary and historical context, Frankenstein Dreams is a treasure trove of stories known and rediscovered.

Dream Thief

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Publisher : Zondervan
ISBN 13 : 0310205522
Total Pages : 488 pages
Book Rating : 4.3/5 (12 download)

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Book Synopsis Dream Thief by : Stephen R. Lawhead

Download or read book Dream Thief written by Stephen R. Lawhead and published by Zondervan. This book was released on 1996 with total page 488 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Dr. Spencer Reston, dream-research scientist on space station Gotham, finds that he is a vital link in a plot masterminded by the Dream Thief.

The Dream

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Publisher : e-artnow
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Total Pages : 214 pages
Book Rating : 4.4/5 (64 download)

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Book Synopsis The Dream by : H. G. Wells

Download or read book The Dream written by H. G. Wells and published by e-artnow. This book was released on 2020-01-05 with total page 214 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: The Dream tells of a man from a Utopian future who dreams the entire life of an Englishman from the Victorian and Edwardian eras. In circa 4,000 A.D., a biologist named Sarnac is taking a holiday among mountains and lakes with his lover, Sunray. With four other holiday travelers, they visit some 2,000-year-old "ancient remains [of war dead] that had recently been excavated" in a nearby valley. A little later, after a brief afternoon nap, Sarnac awakens from "a very vivid dream." Sarnac's dream brings with it total recall of the complete life of Harry Mortimer Smith. Smith's life and the institutions that structure it are the subject throughout the novel of a running commentary from the point of view of the achieved Utopia of 2,000 years later. In The Dream present time as an "Age of Confusion" from which humanity will be able to emerge with the help of science and common sense.

Book of Dreams

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Publisher : City Lights Books
ISBN 13 : 9780872863804
Total Pages : 364 pages
Book Rating : 4.8/5 (638 download)

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Book Synopsis Book of Dreams by : Jack Kerouac

Download or read book Book of Dreams written by Jack Kerouac and published by City Lights Books. This book was released on 2001-06 with total page 364 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: "In the Book of Dreams I just continue the same story but in the dreams I had of the real-life characters I always write about." Excerpt: WALKING THROUGH SLUM SUBURBS of Mexico City I'm stopped by smiling threesome of cats who've disengaged themselves from the general fairly crowded evening street of brown lights, coke stands, tortillas-Unmistakably going to steal my bag-I struggled a little, gave up-Begin communicating with them my distress and in fact do so well they end up just stealing parts of my stuff…. We walk off leaving the bag with someone-arm in arm like a gang to the downtown lights of Letran, across a field- Jack Kerouac (1922-1969) was a principal actor in the Beat Generation, a companion of Allen Ginsberg and Neal Cassady in that great adventure. His books include On the Roa, The Dharma Bums, Mexico City Blues, Lonesome Traveler, Scattered Poems, Visions of Cody, Pomes All Sizes, and Scripture of the Golden Eternity.

The Lathe Of Heaven

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Publisher : Simon and Schuster
ISBN 13 : 1668014963
Total Pages : 208 pages
Book Rating : 4.6/5 (68 download)

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Book Synopsis The Lathe Of Heaven by : Ursula K. Le Guin

Download or read book The Lathe Of Heaven written by Ursula K. Le Guin and published by Simon and Schuster. This book was released on 2022-07-19 with total page 208 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: With a new introduction by Kelly Link, the Locus Award-winning science fiction novel by legendary author Ursula K. Le Guin, set in a world where one man’s dreams rewrite the future. During a time racked by war and environmental catastrophe, George Orr discovers his dreams alter reality. George is compelled to receive treatment from Dr. William Haber, an ambitious sleep psychiatrist who quickly grasps the immense power George holds. After becoming adept at manipulating George’s dreams to reshape the world, Haber seeks the same power for himself. George—with some surprising help—must resist Haber’s attempts, which threaten to destroy reality itself. A classic of the science fiction genre, The Lathe of Heaven is prescient in its exploration of the moral risks when overwhelming power is coupled with techno-utopianism.

Science Fiction Gold

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Publisher : McGraw-Hill Companies
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Total Pages : 204 pages
Book Rating : 4.X/5 ( download)

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Book Synopsis Science Fiction Gold by : Dennis Saleh

Download or read book Science Fiction Gold written by Dennis Saleh and published by McGraw-Hill Companies. This book was released on 1979 with total page 204 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: The best in classic 50s science fiction film, a definitive survey of fourteen great movies-each with a lavish photo essay, detailed commentary, and complete credits.

Robot Ghosts and Wired Dreams

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Publisher : U of Minnesota Press
ISBN 13 : 1452913463
Total Pages : 293 pages
Book Rating : 4.4/5 (529 download)

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Book Synopsis Robot Ghosts and Wired Dreams by : Christopher Bolton

Download or read book Robot Ghosts and Wired Dreams written by Christopher Bolton and published by U of Minnesota Press. This book was released on 2007-11-15 with total page 293 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Since the end of the Second World War—and particularly over the last decade—Japanese science fiction has strongly influenced global popular culture. Unlike American and British science fiction, its most popular examples have been visual—from Gojira (Godzilla) and Astro Boy in the 1950s and 1960s to the anime masterpieces Akira and Ghost in the Shell of the 1980s and 1990s—while little attention has been paid to a vibrant tradition of prose science fiction in Japan. Robot Ghosts and Wired Dreams remedies this neglect with a rich exploration of the genre that connects prose science fiction to contemporary anime. Bringing together Western scholars and leading Japanese critics, this groundbreaking work traces the beginnings, evolution, and future direction of science fiction in Japan, its major schools and authors, cultural origins and relationship to its Western counterparts, the role of the genre in the formation of Japan’s national and political identity, and its unique fan culture. Covering a remarkable range of texts—from the 1930s fantastic detective fiction of Yumeno Kyûsaku to the cross-culturally produced and marketed film and video game franchise Final Fantasy—this book firmly establishes Japanese science fiction as a vital and exciting genre. Contributors: Hiroki Azuma; Hiroko Chiba, DePauw U; Naoki Chiba; William O. Gardner, Swarthmore College; Mari Kotani; Livia Monnet, U of Montreal; Miri Nakamura, Stanford U; Susan Napier, Tufts U; Sharalyn Orbaugh, U of British Columbia; Tamaki Saitô; Thomas Schnellbächer, Berlin Free U. Christopher Bolton is assistant professor of Japanese at Williams College. Istvan Csicsery-Ronay Jr. is professor of English at DePauw University. Takayuki Tatsumi is professor of English at Keio University.

Must-See Sci-fi

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Publisher : Running Press Adult
ISBN 13 : 0762491531
Total Pages : 756 pages
Book Rating : 4.7/5 (624 download)

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Book Synopsis Must-See Sci-fi by : Sloan De Forest

Download or read book Must-See Sci-fi written by Sloan De Forest and published by Running Press Adult. This book was released on 2018-05-01 with total page 756 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Spanning nine decades and branded by the most trusted authority on film, Turner Classic Movies: Must-See Sci-Fi showcases 50 of the most shocking, weird, wonderful, and mind-bending movies ever made. From A Trip to the Moon (1902)to Arrival (2016), science fiction cinema has produced a body of classics with a broader range of styles, stories, and subject matter than perhaps any other film genre. They are movies that embed themselves in the depths of the mind, coloring our view of day-to-day reality and probably fueling a few dreams (and nightmares) along the way. In Turner Classic Movies: Must-See Sci-Fi, fifty unforgettable films are profiled, including beloved favorites like The Day the Earth Stood Still (1951) and Fantastic Voyage (1966), groundbreaking shockers like Planet of the Apes (1968) and Alien (1979), and lesser-known landmarks like Things to Come (1936) and Solaris (1972). Illustrated by astounding color and black-and-white images, the book presents the best of this mind-bending genre, detailing through insightful commentary and behind-the-scenes stories why each film remains essential viewing. A perfect gift for any film buff or sci-fi fanatic!

Dreamsnake

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Publisher : Open Road Media
ISBN 13 : 1504067398
Total Pages : 300 pages
Book Rating : 4.5/5 (4 download)

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Book Synopsis Dreamsnake by : Vonda N. McIntyre

Download or read book Dreamsnake written by Vonda N. McIntyre and published by Open Road Media. This book was released on 2021-10-12 with total page 300 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: The Hugo and Nebula Award–winning novel from the New York Times–bestselling author of The King’s Daughter. On an Earth scarred by nuclear war, Snake harnesses the power of venom to cure illnesses and vaccinate against disease. The healer can even ease patients into death with the power of her dreamsnake. But she is not respected and trusted by all, and when she tries to help a sick nomad child, the frightened clan kills her dreamsnake. Ashamed of being misjudged and grieving the loss of her dreamsnake, Snake has one choice to maintain her livelihood: she must travel to the city, which jealously guards its knowledge. And before she faces the prejudices and arrogance of the people there, Snake must make her way across a barren desert, surviving storms and radiation poisoning, helping those she can—all while a madman stalks her every move . . . “[Dreamsnake] is filled with scenes as suspenseful as anyone could wish . . . but most of all it addresses the humanity in all of us.” —The Seattle Times “A haunting, rich, and tender novel that explores the human side of science fiction in a manner that’s all too uncommon.” —Robert Silverberg “A splendid tale, combining the sensitivity and attention to mood of the new generation of SF writers with a gripping and well-worked-out adventure . . . The novel is rich in character, background and incident—unusually absorbing and moving.” —Publishers Weekly “Instead of kicking butt, the lead character is dedicated to saving lives. . . . Snake’s blighted world is expertly drawn, and her encounters with dysfunctional societies can be bracing and challenging reading.” —The Guardian “This is an exciting future-dream with real characters, a believable mythos and, what’s more important, an excellent, readable story.” —Frank Herbert, author of the Dune series

The Shape of Things To Come (Science Fiction Classic)

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Publisher : Good Press
ISBN 13 :
Total Pages : 519 pages
Book Rating : 4.8/5 (596 download)

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Download or read book The Shape of Things To Come (Science Fiction Classic) written by H. G. Wells and published by Good Press. This book was released on 2024-01-05 with total page 519 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: In his renowned science fiction classic, 'The Shape of Things To Come,' H. G. Wells explores a future world reeling from the devastation of war and technological advancements. Through his vivid and imaginative narrative, Wells paints a compelling portrait of a society grappling with the consequences of progress and the potential for a brighter future. This novel is a thought-provoking commentary on the impact of science and technology on humanity, making it a timeless work that continues to resonate with readers today. Wells' writing style combines gripping storytelling with profound insights into human nature, creating a compelling read that keeps readers engaged from start to finish. 'The Shape of Things To Come' truly embodies the essence of classic science fiction literature, making it a must-read for fans of the genre and anyone interested in exploring the possibilities of the future.

Making Moon: A British Sci-Fi Cult Classic

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Publisher : National Geographic Books
ISBN 13 : 1789091004
Total Pages : 0 pages
Book Rating : 4.7/5 (89 download)

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Book Synopsis Making Moon: A British Sci-Fi Cult Classic by : Simon Ward

Download or read book Making Moon: A British Sci-Fi Cult Classic written by Simon Ward and published by National Geographic Books. This book was released on 2019-10-15 with total page 0 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: The official 10th anniversary making-of book for the Duncan Jones directed sci-fi film Moon. Directed by Duncan Jones, and written by Nathan Parker from a story by Jones, Moon is a 2009 science fiction drama following Sam Bell, a man who experiences a personal crisis as he nears the end of a three-year solitary stint mining helium-3 on the moon. Independently financed and produced on a modest budget, Moon became an instant cult classic. It was well received by critics and audiences alike, and was particularly praised for its scientific plausibility and realism. Making Moon will take an in-depth look back at the film's production: It features interviews with the film's key creatives and includes rare concept and behind-the-scenes images, as well as excerpts from the original shooting script.

The Dream-Quest of Vellitt Boe

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Publisher : Tordotcom
ISBN 13 : 0765386518
Total Pages : 105 pages
Book Rating : 4.7/5 (653 download)

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Book Synopsis The Dream-Quest of Vellitt Boe by : Kij Johnson

Download or read book The Dream-Quest of Vellitt Boe written by Kij Johnson and published by Tordotcom. This book was released on 2016-08-16 with total page 105 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: One of NPR's Best Books of 2016 and a Hugo, Nebula, John W. Campbell, and Locus Award finalist for Best Novella Professor Vellitt Boe teaches at the prestigious Ulthar Women’s College. When one of her most gifted students elopes with a dreamer from the waking world, Vellitt must retrieve her. "Kij Johnson's haunting novella The Dream-Quest of Vellitt Boe is both a commentary on a classic H.P. Lovecraft tale and a profound reflection on a woman's life. Vellitt's quest to find a former student who may be the only person who can save her community takes her through a world governed by a seemingly arbitrary dream logic in which she occasionally glimpses an underlying but mysterious order, a world ruled by capricious gods and populated by the creatures of dreams and nightmares. Those familiar with Lovecraft's work will travel through a fantasy landscape infused with Lovecraftian images viewed from another perspective, but even readers unfamiliar with his work will be enthralled by Vellitt's quest. A remarkable accomplishment that repays rereading." —Pamela Sargent, winner of the Nebula Award At the Publisher's request, this title is being sold without Digital Rights Management Software (DRM) applied.

Dream Thief (The Secrets of Droon #17)

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Publisher : Scholastic Inc.
ISBN 13 : 0545418305
Total Pages : 92 pages
Book Rating : 4.5/5 (454 download)

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Book Synopsis Dream Thief (The Secrets of Droon #17) by : Tony Abbott

Download or read book Dream Thief (The Secrets of Droon #17) written by Tony Abbott and published by Scholastic Inc.. This book was released on 2015-11-24 with total page 92 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: A hidden door. A magical staircase. Discover the world of Droon! Eric is tossing and turning in his sleep! And his wild dream can only mean one thing - he is being called back to the land of Droon. But when Eric, Julie, and Neal step off the rainbow stairs, they find that something is very wrong in their magical world. Someone has been stealing people's dreams! And the kingdom of Droon is getting awfully tired of it. So now it's up to our friends to stop this dream thief, before he becomes a serious nightmare...