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A Paper on Science Fiction (1757 words, 3 pages)

'Science fiction is one of the more secluded parade grounds where private fantasy and public event meet. They call it entertainment'. (Aldiss Billion 1) This quote is interpreted to mean that, in the genre of science fiction there is a fusion of fantasy and reality. It is this combination of ... Read More

In the society today, it is very common for one to spend his or her time reading. In those types of readings, science fiction stories are one of the most common readings among many people. Science fiction, unlike any other literature, has very unique characteristics. The definition of science fiction ... Read More

The Advances in Technology Reflected on the Success of Science Fiction Movies (2179 words, 3 pages)

Science Fiction movies are a way for us to experience the world of the unknown, or the world that is merely based on theories and speculation. Audiences are mesmerised by exhilarating special effects and the unique and bizarre plots and storylines that comprise various characters that are either human or ... Read More

A Biography of Jules Verne, the Father of Science Fiction (1028 words, 2 pages)

Jules Verne Going to moon, a balloon trip around the world, adventure under the sea, all this in the late 1800s? All this was possible in the writings of Jules Verne. Jules Verne was born in Nantes on February 8, 1828. He had a vivid imagination and as a child, ... Read More

The History of Science Fiction in Film Industry (1829 words, 3 pages)

A genre normally has a set list of possible themes in there narratives. Science fiction has a few strong themes running throughout the history of this recently popular genre science fiction wasnt popularized until the 1950s. Most science fiction tales have a prophetic nature and are often set in a ... Read More

Creative Science Fiction Short Story (1376 words, 4 pages)

Boom! It crashed right down the ground. Alex quickly got up from his bed and ran outside to check it out. As he walked out outside, it was cold and dark. Alex was surprised to see what it was, It was a round oval and lights going around a spaceship. ... Read More

Development of Science Fiction and Fantasy (1090 words, 2 pages)

Television in the United States has almost always been produced to suit the broad audience, capturing mainstream elements and beliefs. Through televisions history the changes in popular culture and belief can be seen, similar to how it can be seen on the television of today. As fads and trends move ... Read More

Creative Science Fiction Short Story (2020 words, 4 pages)

If there was one thing Thayne Rownes hated more than the dust storms that often came during the slightly cooler months of winter, it was the humidity and heat beating down on his back when he had something urgent to do. From over his shoulder he scowled angrily at the ... Read More

History of Science Fiction Annotated Bibliography (1370 words, 6 pages)

Brooks, Marnie, "Writing Young Adult and Children's Science Fiction andFantasy Make the Impossible Possible." 2002httpwww.underdown.orgsffantasy.htm. This website is devoted to the interest of people wanting to writescience fiction for adults and children. In presents an article that addresses the manyimportant elements in a really good science fiction novel. The article ... Read More

An Analysis of the Hard, Soft, and Social Science Fiction in the Three Short Stories of Isaac Asimov (660 words, 3 pages)

Which of the Asimov stories is each of hard, soft, or social science fiction?Isaac Asimov is one of, if not the most renowned science fiction writer in modern history. He wrote some of the influential and thought provoking books and short stories. Three of these short stories are The Last ... Read More

The Concept of Science Fiction in Literary Works (1167 words, 4 pages)

Science Fiction The human imagination is truly magnificent, and when it is set free the product is marvelous, speaking of marvelous one of the creations is science fiction a type of literature and one of the best selling genres of the film industries, it is a breeding space for predictions ... Read More

An In-Depth Literary Analysis of Homelanding, a Science Fiction Story by Margaret Atwood (1136 words, 4 pages)

Introduction "Homelanding" by Margaret Atwood is a science fiction story. Theelements of science fiction are revealed when we read the story and findthat someone is narrating a life experience on earth to someone fromanother planet, probably to an alien. Since there is no life that has beendiscovered on another planet, ... Read More

The Quest for Finding the Definition for Science Fiction (1172 words, 5 pages)

The Blank Entry Finding a Definition for Science FictionScience fiction is a mammoth of a genre. Arguably the largest and most diverse category of literature and film, science fiction is incredibly versatile and therefore nearly impossible to label with a single definition. Part of what makes classification so difficult is ... Read More

A Unique Perspective of the Possible Future in Futurama, an American Animated Science Fiction Sitcom (1849 words, 8 pages)

Introduction and ThesisFuturama is an adventure into the future with a crazy cast of misfits that will both irritate and endear you with their entertaining adventures and lovable antics. Futurama is an adult-themed cartoon covering the regular misadventures of a futuristic delivery company crew. Adult-themed cartoons are enjoyed by many, ... Read More

An Analysis of the Different Perspectives of the Science Fiction Show Stargate SG1 (1872 words, 6 pages)

In a universe as vast as ours, it is ludicrous to think we are alone. Science Fiction movies and television have never been my favorite, but Stargate SG1 sparked my interest after seeing the first episode about 6 years ago. As an entertainment show, Stargate SG-1 is exciting, interesting and ... Read More

A Review of Divergent, a Young Adult Science Fiction Novel by Veronica Roth (462 words, 2 pages)

DivergentDivergent, written by Veronica Roth, is a thrilling and captivating science fiction novel for teens that takes readers on a journey with love and suspense that will keep them glued to the pages. In the first book of this trilogy, Roth puts readers in the life of sc. In this ... Read More

The Importance of Characterization in Wall-E, an American Science Fiction Film by Andrew Stanton (751 words, 2 pages)

The immersive fictional world of Wall-E is created by the creative Pixar animation paired with the skillful use of sound, especially the effects. Because the 2 main characters are robots, their ability to emote, express themselves and even use language is limited, so a large portion of their characterization comes ... Read More

A Response to Looking Backward, a Science Fiction Novel by Edward Bellamy (371 words, 2 pages)

In Julians America of the 1880s the defining feature is clashing. There are strikes due to the wages earned by the builders. There is a big discrepancy is the haves and the have-nots. Striking for higher wages is a step toward wage equality that the workers lust for. These features ... Read More

A Review of The Manchurian Candidate, a Controversial Science Fiction Political-Thriller Film by Jonathan Demme (617 words, 2 pages)

The twisted film, The Manchurian Candidate, has a very complex plot line that is a political thriller. Directed by Richard Condon in 1959, the film tells the story of a man who was brainwashed to become an assassin for the Communist Party. The movie is particularly disturbing in a few ... Read More

The Oppression of Men and Women in A Handmaid’s Tale, a Science Fiction Novel by Margaret Atwood (990 words, 3 pages)

Margaret Atwoods science fiction novel A Handmaids Tale portrays a dystopian society, Gilead, in which citizens are heavily oppressed. The most obvious forms of oppression are dealt towards women. Gileadean women are given specific roles, such as Handmaids, whose main purpose is reproduction, or Marthas, who are essentially servants of ... Read More

The Impact of Politics, Social Standing, and the Plague in The Last Man, a Science Fiction Novel by Mary Shelley (1038 words, 4 pages)

In the first two volumes of Mary Shelleys The Last Man the focus is placed heavily on romance, war, and political ideals as well as the failings that accompany them, while the third volume of this work clearly has more to do with science, medicine, and disease. All of these ... Read More

A Review of Atlas Shrugged, a Science Fiction Novel by Ayn Rand (434 words, 2 pages)

I have never read a more life-changing novel. This book focuses on Dagny Taggart, the Vice President of Taggart Transcontinental, who is fighting to save her families company by creating the Rio Norte Train line despite her brothers political viewsdisagreements and the crumbling industrial economy. The author Ayn Rand, depicts ... Read More

The Laws of Robotics in Science Fiction (1419 words, 5 pages)

When dealing with robots in Science Fiction we often come across the three laws of robotics. These rules are as follows First Law A robot may not injure a human being, or, through inaction, allow a human being to come to harm. Second Law A robot must obey the orders ... Read More

The Elements of James Gunn’s Definition of Science Fiction Mirrored in Ender’s Game, a Novel by Orson Scott Card (1579 words, 4 pages)

Would it save you a lot of time if I just gave up and went mad now? -Douglas Adams, Hitchhikers Guide to the GalaxySometimes, defining science fiction can be maddening, much as Quentin Cooper states in his BBC article. According to James Gunn, however, science fiction can be defined as ... Read More

The Desire of Humanity for Acceptance Portrayed in Ex Machina, a Science Fiction Psychological Thriller Film by Alex Garland (2124 words, 6 pages)

The Desire in Human Nature for Acceptance as Shown in Alex Garlands Ex MachinaImagine having the ability to create artificial life that humanity cannot distinguish from a normal human. This is exactly what the film Ex Machina portrays as it goes through a story of a scientist named Nathan, played ... Read More

War of the WorldsThe years from 1871 to 1914 experienced boom of anti-imperialism literature. One such writer who used his power of words and wisdom H.G. Wells devised a way to educate his readers on the dangers of imperialism and the threat of future war for the Earth due to ... Read More

The Perception and Role of Empathy in Parable of the Sower, a Science Fiction Novel by Octavia Butler (2070 words, 7 pages)

Empathy A quality or a fault?Empathy is a quality that most human beings consider a weakness rather than a strength. In a world where everyone is concerned with his or her own well being, it seems that being understanding others feelings is an unnecessary virtue to have. In Octavia Butlers ... Read More

Kurt Vonnegut’s Life Experiences Through His Science Fiction Novel Slaughterhouse Five (2281 words, 8 pages)

Many critics believe that Kurt Vonneguts famous science fiction novel, Slaughterhouse Five or The Childrens Crusade, describes his own life and experiences through the voice of Billy Pilgrim. Billy Pilgrim is a war veteran from the second world war.. Kurt Vonnegut is also a war veteran. Vonnegut knew that he ... Read More

The Themes of Drama, Reality, and Science Fiction in Popular Television Shows (1062 words, 3 pages)

Television shows have different themes for a reason, to appeal to a certain group of people. When a teenager comes home from school, all they want to do is sit down, relax, and watch television. Television shows can be categorized into many different themes. Action and violence appeals to the ... Read More

Gender and Sexuality Debates in the Genre of Science Fiction (3268 words, 12 pages)

Its undeniable that gender and sexuality debates are in a hot seat right now. Many women and men are fighting through what is believed to be the fourth wave of feminism attempting to represent equality with individuality to all who will listen and all who will not. This representation is ... Read More

Published: Friday 25th of January 2013