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Science Fiction 101: Where to Start Reading and Writing Science Fiction (Paperback)

by Robert Silverberg (Author), Greg Bear (Introduction)
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  • Paperback: 560 pages
  • Publisher: ibooks Inc (17 April 2001)
  • Language English
  • ISBN-10: 074341294X
  • ISBN-13: 978-0743412940
  • Product Dimensions: 20.8 x 13.7 x 3.8 cm
  • Average Customer Review: 5.0 out of 5 stars  See all reviews (1 customer review)
  • Amazon.co.uk Sales Rank: 1,263,821 in Books (See Bestsellers in Books)

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"A virtual primer on the writing of science fiction." Publishers Weekly"


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If you read or write science fiction, here is the best introduction to the secrets, the craft and the art of science fiction. Included are thirteen classic works of modern sf; wondrous stories by Alfred Bester, Philip K. Dick, Jack Vance, Frederick Pohl and many others. If you love science fiction, read how a young fan grew up to become one of the most honored masters in the history of the field, as told in his own words.
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5.0 out of 5 stars Some classic stories + +, 29 May 2001
The covers of the book promised that the book was three books in one. And it is! The included stories are genuine classics, and Robert Silverberg's commentaries afterward definitely added to my enjoyment of them. It is also interesting to read the autobiographical parts of the book, and his noting the techniques which are being used in each story, and how he approached the struggles of teaching himself how to write. Despite being a re-release of a book originally published a few decades ago, it still stands up well today, and I would recommend it to anyone who wants to a) read some fine stories like 'Scanners die in vain', 'Monsters', 'No Woman Born' + b) Wants to know a little about the processes/history involved in writing the stories and c) See how Robert Silverberg became a big cheese of science fiction. Recommended!
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