Science Fiction has proved notoriously difficult to define It has been explained as a combination of romance science & prophecy; as a genre based on an imagined alternative to the reader's environment; & as a form of fantastic fiction & historical literature It has also been argued that science fiction narratives are the most engaged socially relevant & responsive to the modern technological environment This Very Short Introduction doesn't offer a history of science fiction but instead ties examples of science fiction to different historical moments in order to demonstrate how science fiction has evolved over time David Seed looks not only at literature but also at drama & poetry as well as film Examining recurrent themes in science fiction he looks at voyages into space the concept of the alien & alternative social identities the role of technology in science fiction & its relation to time
- in the past present & future ABOUT THE SERIES The Very Short Introductions series from Oxford University Press contains hundreds of titles in almost every subject area These pocket-sized books are the perfect way to get ahead in a new subject quickly Our expert authors combine facts analysis perspective new ideas & enthusiasm to make interesting & challenging topics highly readable
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Here is a collection of the best science fiction written in 2007 by some of the genre's greatest authors & selected by Rich Horton a contributing reviewer to many of the field's most respected magazines ...

Cover everything required for the 13 Common Entrance Chemistry exam with clearly presented content lively illustrations & challenging end-of-chapter questions 160 pages Pickering Ron ...

An engaging series covering foundational scientific information in a fun & immediate format 32 pages Amson-Bradshaw Georgia ...

Welcome to the world of infographics! This exciting form of data visualisation uses icons pictograms & graphics to present information in a whole new way Read about the tallest & the smallest plants see how flowers produce seeds & discover how plants make energy
- all visualised in beautifully designed infographics Ideal for children of 9 & fact & science geeks of all ages finding out about plants has never been more exciting!
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NEW YORK TIMES BESTSELLER Richard Dawkins
- author of The Selfish Gene The Blind Watchmaker & The God Delusion
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Why do flowers attract insects? How do fish breathe underwater? Which animals can fly? Read about the wide range of living things on the planet This book explores how they have evolved & how they manage to survive This book is part of the Science is Everywhere series which demystifies the key science topics & shows how they relate to the world around us with fun colourful graphics These books are ideal for children aged 9 plus who are studying science or for young readers who want to get to grips with science in a fun way ...

Predating David Attenborough & Jacques Cousteau there was Jean Painleve a pioneer in the realm of science films capturing on film a host of mysterious creatures such as vampire bats seahorses octopi & squid crystals ...

Conducty our own real chemistry experiements with the Science MAD! Chemistry Lab The Chemistry Lab is a science kit that consist of a collection of safe experiments to carry out using both the chemicals & equipment The set comes with 19 assorted chemicals in plastic containers with safety caps & over 20 pieces of equipment including a spirit burner test tubes beakers a conical flask & adjustable safety goggles A comprehensive chemistry lab instruction booklet detailing 100 experiments some of which require further chemicals & household items which are listed The Trends Chemistry Lab is perfect for science- mad boys & girls encouraging learning & an interest in chemistry For use under adult supervision For ages 10 years & over Fun learning product for the budding scientist Carry out 100 safety tested experiments For us under adult supervision ...

Packed with notes & tips this book helps children to learn about the properties of & differences between solids liquids & gases It also

Includes:: exercises & activities for your child to strengthen their learning in school 40 pages Vorderman Carol

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