Science fiction and the two cultures : essays on bridging the gap between the sciences and the humanities / edited by Gary Westfahl and George Slusser.

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Book
Language
English
Published/​Created
Jefferson, N.C. : McFarland & Co., c2009.
Description
viii, 282 p. ; 23 cm.

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Summary note
"Essays are arranged chronologically and form a historical survey of science fiction, showing how early writers like Dante and Mary Shelley revealed a gradual shift toward a genuine understanding of science; and how H.G. Wells first showed the possibilities of a literature that could combine scientific and humanistic perspectives"--Provided by publisher.
Bibliographic references
Includes bibliographical references (p. 247-270) and index.
ISBN
9780786442973 (softcover : alk. paper)
LCCN
2009010114
OCLC
298304671
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