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The Greenwood Encyclopedia of Science Fiction and Fantasy - Themes, Works, and Wonders [3 volumes] (Hardcover, New)
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The Greenwood Encyclopedia of Science Fiction and Fantasy - Themes, Works, and Wonders [3 volumes] (Hardcover, New)
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Works of science fiction and fantasy are enormously popular among
students and general readers. The combined effort of some 150
expert contributors, the 600 entries in this comprehensive
encyclopedia discuss pervasive themes in science fiction and
fantasy and give detailed attention to selected novels, films, and
television series. Accessible to a wide range of audiences, this
reference is destined to be a favorite resource for anyone
interested in fantasy and science fiction. While other references
provide relatively brief entries, or offer essays on a limited
group of writers, this encyclopedia gives extensive treatment to
the most important themes and works of science fiction and fantasy
across a range of media. Gary Westfahl, and internationally
recognized authority on science fiction and fantasy, has
coordinated the effort of some 150 expert contributors. In
addition, the project was shaped by an advisory board of some of
the most distinguished names in the field, including: Richard
Bleiler John Clute Fiona Kelleghan David Langford Andy Sawyer And
Darrell Schweitzer. The first two volumes of the encyclopedia
discuss themes, while the third volume examines classic works.
Volume 1 Included in this volume are 200 alphabetically arranged
entries on such themes as: Androids Black Holes Curses Dinosaurs
Dragons Feminism Ghosts and Hauntings Imaginary Worlds And many
more. Volume 2 This volume includes alphabetically arranged entries
on 200 additional themes, such as: Lost Worlds Mad Scientists
Monsters Politics Prehistoric Fiction Race Relations Religion
Sexuality And many more. Volume 3 200 classic works of science
fiction and fantasy are given detailed consideration in this
volume.Alphabetically arranged entries include: Alice's Adventures
in Wonderland Brave New World Buffy the Vampire Slayer Doctor Who
Fahrenheit 451 Frankenstein Harry Potter and the Sorcerer's Stone
The Lord of the Rings And many more. Features: Includes 400 entries
on themes. Includes 200 entries on classic works. Covers
literature, film, and television. Employs the talents of roughly
150 expert contributors. Overviews canonical and contemporary
works. Entries on themes define and discuss the theme, relate it to
works of science fiction and fantasy, and cite numerous resources.
Entries on works provide critical information and discuss central
themes. Provides an alphabetical list of entries. Lists entries
grouped in topical categories. Entries are fully cross-referenced.
Includes a detailed index. Offers a selected, general bibliography
of major works on science fiction and fantasy. Numerous quotations
from classic works highlight themes in science fiction and fantasy.
Benefits: Students writing essays on particular texts will welcome
the extended entries on individual works. Students writing on
themes will enjoy the thematic entries. Helps students understand
and critique canonical works central to the curriculum at all
levels. Helps students analyze popular literary works, films, and
television series. Aids students in comparing and contrasting
different works. Entries serve as models for student analysis and
writing. Encourages student research by citing numerous works for
further consultation. Fosters an appreciation of reading and
explication by exploring works popular among students. Canonical
works of science fiction and fantasy are central to the curriculum,
while more popular worksare being taught with greater frequency and
often appear on summer reading lists. The format of this
encyclopedia makes it an essential tool for students writing
thematic essays, and teachers will also value it as guide for
planning lessons. In addition to high school libraries, public
libraries supporting student research or book discussion groups
will welcome the lucid, thoughtful essays in this encyclopedia.
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