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The world beyond the hill

The world beyond the hill

HistoryPhilosophy
Pages
679
Published
1989
Language
English

Synopsis

Discover the acclaimed history of science fiction, honored with a Hugo Award. Alexei and Cory Panshin trace the genre's evolution from its Romantic origins through the late 20th century. They argue for science fiction's role as modern mythology, a perspective praised by literary giants like Isaac Asimov and Northrup Frye.

Prose complexity
10/10

Vibe

InformativeThought-ProvokingPhilosophicalIntellectual

Genres

History Philosophy Science Fiction

Authors

A
Alexei Panshin

Alexei Panshin is the author of the science fiction novel Orbit 10. He's a writer known for his thoughtful approach to the genre.

C
Cory Panshin

Cory Panshin is an author known for their work in science fiction and fantasy, both as a writer and a historian. They co-authored the fantasy novel Earth magic and the critical history, The world beyond the hill. Their other works include Lest Darkness Fall & Timeless Tales Written in Tribute.