- Paperback: 332 pages
- Publisher: The Last Line (Aug 2010)
- Language English
- ISBN-10: 0956674402
- ISBN-13: 978-0956674401
- Product Dimensions: 20.8 x 14.8 x 2.8 cm
- Average Customer Review: 4.5 out of 5 stars See all reviews (12 customer reviews)
- Amazon Bestsellers Rank: 827,091 in Books (See Top 100 in Books)
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Format:Paperback
I wasn't too sure what to expect with this, as steampunk is a genre that has no clear demarcation in fiction, but these are GREAT stories. Written by writers who obviiusly love fiction, they range from outright horror in the HP Lovecraft vein, to HG Wellsisan 'the effects technology has on us', a moon landing with a hell of a twist in the tail at the time of Queen Victoria, social commentory, and more. The authors in here have done a painstaking job of crafting these stories, and balance tension and suspense with gentle shafts of houmour, in-jokes ( there is a great Dr Who refrence, and a sly nod to Holmes more than once) as well as combining traditional English folk tales and the expansion of a a steam-driven Victorian Empire and what some of the effects of this could have been...finished this in a night, and would certainly recommend it to anyone!
Format:Paperback
This book is something of an enigma.
A certain amount of passion is evident in every page, at times compromising the technical finesse of some writers, but there is a certain naļveté about these stories which makes them all the more compelling. There is an impression that the book is the work of steampunks writing science-fiction rather than science-fiction writers attempting to capitalise on the steampunk trend, which makes for a thoroughly engaging read.
The stories are a strange mix of horror and science-fiction, often blurring at the edges, held together by a narrator in the form of the warden Arkwright. In many ways, it reminds me of certain television programs I watched growing up; like The Outer Limits (or perhaps The Hunger), each story is book-ended and placed in its proper context. Like these television programs, the quality is likewise variable, but the brevity of each tale and range of styles stopped me from ever really losing interest.
In all, this is a book for fans of the steampunk genre. It is a little raw around the edges, but vibrant in a way that mass-market fiction sometimes fails to manage. I look forward to seeing more from these writers and I do not expect that I will be disappointed.
A certain amount of passion is evident in every page, at times compromising the technical finesse of some writers, but there is a certain naļveté about these stories which makes them all the more compelling. There is an impression that the book is the work of steampunks writing science-fiction rather than science-fiction writers attempting to capitalise on the steampunk trend, which makes for a thoroughly engaging read.
The stories are a strange mix of horror and science-fiction, often blurring at the edges, held together by a narrator in the form of the warden Arkwright. In many ways, it reminds me of certain television programs I watched growing up; like The Outer Limits (or perhaps The Hunger), each story is book-ended and placed in its proper context. Like these television programs, the quality is likewise variable, but the brevity of each tale and range of styles stopped me from ever really losing interest.
In all, this is a book for fans of the steampunk genre. It is a little raw around the edges, but vibrant in a way that mass-market fiction sometimes fails to manage. I look forward to seeing more from these writers and I do not expect that I will be disappointed.
Format:Paperback
Absolutely brilliant, individual, fantastic stories. Exceptionally well written. It takes the reader on a journey to absolute madness in wishing to read and finish them, to get their own sanity back. Will read this book over again. Definitely a keeper.
Most Recent Customer Reviews
fresh and new
Interesting stories full of fresh new ideas and bright styles. Definitely well worth a read. Full of genuine passion and a good way for people to break into Steam Punk.
Published 13 months ago by Clan Raven Cub
Weird and Wonderful
A wonderful collection of stories covering a range of styles but all manage to take you away into a strange and different era that never was. Read more
Published 17 months ago by Dr Vincent Swann
An excellent book
I am a newcomer to the Steampunk genre, and bought this book after hearing about it from friends. It is a gripping read, I cant recommend it highly enough. Read more
Published 18 months ago by Orndorff
Tales from the Asylum Review
Having been given a brief synopsis of what to expect, I was not disappointed- and was enthralled by the very first tale and the unique style in which it is delivered. Read more
Published 19 months ago by Lovable Mr Cratchit :)
A steampunk odyssey
I took a chance buying this book, as I was not familiar with any of the writers previous work, but I'm very glad I did. Read more
Published 19 months ago by Gomez Zephyr
Tales from the Asylum: A Steampunk Compilation
This book is unique from a fantastic genre. A journey well worth taking! A simply diverse collection from the weird to the wonderful. We cannot wait for the next one!
Published 20 months ago by Abraham & Elisheva Cog
Tales from the Asylum THE steampunk compilation
Having visited the Asylum 2010 event in Lincoln I knew I must buy this book as 'my first' Steampunk book....Brillient....it allowed me to see how much Creativity Steampunks Have. Read more
Published 20 months ago by scott40k
An interesting read
This is a delightful collection of stories that are wide ranging and all encompassing. Anything from horror, ghost tales, a bit of romance and science fiction. Read more
Published 20 months ago by Rowana
a fantastic collection of eclectic tales
I picked up my copy @ The Steampunk annual convivial in Lincoln, it was described as a book by steampunks for steampunks. Read more
Published 20 months ago by Nigel Wheeler
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