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Kathleen Ann Goonan
Kathleen Ann Goonan writes science fiction. Her stories have been featured in collections like Year's Best SF 14 and The Year's Top Short SF Novels 8.
Sisters of Tomorrow: The First Women of Science Fiction
Synopsis
This anthology challenges the traditional view of science fiction by highlighting the significant contributions of women to the genre. It features a comprehensive collection of works from early twentieth-century female authors, including short stories, editorials, illustrations, and science journalism. The book provides critical context and author biographies, connecting these pioneering women's work to broader patterns of feminine literary and cultural production in America.
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Frequently asked questions
How does this collection differ from other anthologies of early science fiction?
Unlike standard anthologies that focus exclusively on short stories, this volume includes a diverse array of pulp-era materials such as poetry, editorials, science journalism, and original illustrations to provide a holistic view of women's participation in the early genre community. It serves as a scholarly recovery project that documents the work of over 450 women who were active in the field between 1926 and 1945.
Does this book contain complete novels or only short excerpts?
The anthology features a variety of formats, including the complete text of the 1929 novel Out of the Void by Leslie F. Stone, alongside shorter works and critical essays that contextualize these pieces within the broader history of American literature and science.