Science Fiction
Published on 1. November 2009
Book
Hardback
256 pages
978-0-8264-1564-6 (ISBN)
Description
A student guide to this popular literary genre, this title contains tips and further reading for successful study at undergraduate level. A series of introductory books, the "Genre Series" offers students, writers and academics a window into some of the most popular topics, styles and periods in literature. Designed to be user-friendly, each volume shares the same structure, including: a broad definition of the genre and its essential elements; a timeline of historical developments; critical concerns to bear in mind while reading; detailed readings of several key texts; in-depth analysis of major themes and issues; signposts for further study; a summary of the most important criticism in the field; a glossary of terms; and an annotated, critical reading list.
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Series
Language
English
Place of publication
London
United Kingdom
Publishing group
Bloomsbury Publishing PLC
Target group
College/higher education
Dimensions
Height: 209 mm
Width: 131 mm
ISBN-13
978-0-8264-1564-6 (9780826415646)
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Schweitzer Classification
Person
Pat Wheeler teaches Literature at the University of Hertfordshire, UK.
Content
Introduction; Timeline; Getting Started; The Best and the Best Known; Major Themes, Movements and Issues; Key Questions; Criticism in the Field; Glossary; Bibliography and Further Reading; Index.