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The Social Science Fiction Adventure Genre of the Animated Film Lilo and Stitch (2441 words, 9 pages)

Lilo and Stitch, A Social Science Fiction Adventure Science fiction as a genre for movies and television shows has grownextremely popular in recent times. It has come a long way from the hokeymelodramas of the 1940's and 1950's, and as animation technology advances,concepts that were once only figments of our ... Read More

An Analysis of the Science Fiction Film, Avatar (672 words, 2 pages)

AvatarAvatar, what I know about this movie is that there are a bunch of blue people that are fighting against each other or against one thing. In other words, I have never seen this movie and the most I have ever even read about this movie are the two reviews ... Read More

A Report on Sherry Ginn’s Essay Mary Shelley’s Frankenstein: Science, Science Fiction, or Autobiography? (836 words, 3 pages)

When thinking in terms of science fiction, futuristic ideas come to mind such as space travel and extraterrestrial life. Where has the idea of science fiction stemmed from? In 1818 one of the first science fiction novels was born. Frankenstein by Mary Shelley can be considered the mother of science ... Read More

An Analysis of the Theme of Equality in Harrison Bergeron, a Science Fiction Short Story by Kurt Vonnegut Jr. In 1960 (853 words, 3 pages)

Harrison Bergeron by Kurt Vonnegut Jr. is a great depiction of peoples mindset in modern day America. Kurt Vonnegut Jr. bases this science fiction short story on 1960s America, and the fight against communism. In modern day America everyone is equal before the law, but Vonnegut touches on how this ... Read More

A Review of Ender’s Game, a Science Fiction Book by Orson Scott Card (1170 words, 4 pages)

The book Enders Game was published in 1985, under the author Orson Scott Card. Enders Game was Cards most well known book and won the Hugo and Nebula Awards in 1986. The book is a futuristic science fiction, where humans and aliens are war bound. I really love this book. ... Read More

The Dangerous Visions of Tranquility in Science Fiction (1816 words, 5 pages)

Future HypeThe Dangerous Visions of Tranquility in Science FictionIt can be said without a doubt that science fiction is one of the most popular literary genres ever. From classics like Mark Twains A Connecticut Yankee in King Arthurs Court and The Time Machine by H.G. Wells, to more recent volumes ... Read More

A Comparison of Science Fiction and Mystery in the Novels We Were Liars and Cinder (764 words, 2 pages)

Compare ContrastScience fiction and mystery two genres that couldnt possibly be alike or similar in any way, well in reality these two genres have both their differences and their similarities. This is evident in two very popular novels published recently, We Were Liars and Cinder. These two novels are very ... Read More

A Review of Final Theory, a Science Fiction Novel by Mark Alpert (1045 words, 2 pages)

Final Theory Essay This summer, I read the science fiction novel "Final Theory" by MarkAlpert. The author of "Final Theory," Mark Alpert, usually writes novelswithin the genre of science fiction. In addition, I have read the book"Omega Theory" which is the sequel to "Final Theory." Reading this bookwasn't a huge ... Read More

An Analysis of the Weak Characters in the Science Fiction Novel Sphere by Michael Crichton (484 words, 2 pages)

The Drive for PowerA strong character is a character that is stable, and a character that is in control of him or herself. On the other hand, a weak character is one that is simple minded for desire and unstable. In the science fiction novel, Sphere, by Michael Crichton, many ... Read More

The Relationship between Wilderness and Civilization in the Science Fiction Genre (1358 words, 5 pages)

The beauty and vastness of outer space serve as a beacon for mans desire to expand continuously, to transcend all of the boundaries that obstruct his desire to be unrestricted in every direction. Mankind is engaged in an eternal striving for more knowledge, and outer space is inexhaustible as far ... Read More

The Theme of Love in the Science Fiction Genre in Flower for Algernon by Daniel Keyes and Blade Runner by Ridley Scott (1308 words, 4 pages)

When one thinks of science fiction, a genre where dystopian futures full of emotionless androids, ruthless totalitarian leaders, and dehumanized societies are not uncommon, very rarely does the word love first come to mind. Instead, as is common with many other genres, readers will tend to find a hero setting ... Read More

A Comparison between Two Science Fiction Works: The Golem by Avram Davidson and Reason by Isaac Asimov (1517 words, 5 pages)

It is a known fact that literature changes in accordance with the circumstances. The variety of these factors really impresses as they include all spheres of human life. Literature reflects the world, it is like a mirror that shows both positive and negative factors of every action done both by ... Read More

An Examination of the Life of Charles Yu in How to Live Safely in a Science Fictional Universe (613 words, 2 pages)

How does one live completely alone, with each day literally the sameas the next? Your only social interaction is limited to a dog, that may ormay not exist, and an over-emotional Microsoft program. Never falling inlove, or living a real life to simply be alone forever. How can you live ... Read More

Soft Science Fiction in Frank Herbert’s Dune (612 words, 3 pages)

Science Fiction Response Paper-- DuneFrank Herberts unparalleled achievement of imagination, Dune, is an excellent example of soft science fiction. Dune contains a plethora of examples of both hard and soft science fiction however, Frank Herbert deliberately reduces the importance of technology in Dune so that he can focus on the ... Read More

Present Societies Issues in Science Fiction (1473 words, 3 pages)

Famous author Ursula K. Le Guin once said science fiction is not predictive it is descriptive (Le. Guin) this applies to almost all fiction stories, as they try to express present societies problemsissues rather than trying to extrapolate the future. A prime example of this is the novel The Hunger ... Read More

A Review of the Science Fiction Films The Martian and Interstellar (2614 words, 7 pages)

The cosmos has always fascinated people whether it is searching for new planets or just stargazing. Science fiction films have shown us different planets and new solar systems that might guide us to a new home one day. Science fiction films such as the Martian and Interstellar show people different ... Read More

A Review of the Science Fiction, Uglies (1689 words, 6 pages)

The Ugly Truth in UgliesUglies is a science fiction novel written by Scott Westerfeld in 2005. It follows the adventures of a girl in a dystopian society set far into the future. It has all the key elements for science fiction as well as incredible dystopian design. The book is ... Read More

Science Fiction Theories; Jesus and the Apocalypse (1192 words, 5 pages)

Science Fiction TheoriesThere is no definite definition or boundary for the term science fiction. In literature, we have discussed varying definitions and come to some agreements and some disagreements. In the article I chose, McMahon also discusses the terms science fiction, fantasy, and apocalypse. He begins with his theory on ... Read More

An Analysis of the Course Packet Reading “The Golden Age of Science Fiction Is Twelve” (582 words, 3 pages)

Science FictionThe course packet reading The Golden Age of Science Fiction is Twelve begins with a quote by Graham Peter cynically stating that the best age for reading science fiction is 12, an age at the beginning of adolescence when kids are filled with wonder and hope for the future. ... Read More

A Book Summary of Gears of War: Aspho Fields, a Science Fiction Novel by Karen Traviss (543 words, 2 pages)

Gears of War Aspho Fields Book SummaryGears of War Aspho Fields is set sometime during the future on a planet called Sera. Planet Sera is similar to Earth, it had the same season-cycle and it was about the same size as Earth. The main character of the story is Marcus ... Read More

An Analysis of the Similarities between The Hitchhiker’s Guide to the Galaxy, the Stories of Sherlock Holmes, and the Science Fiction Show Doctor Who (488 words, 2 pages)

Related Theme Literature Essay The Hitchhiker's Guide to the Galaxy very stereo-typically British.There is tongue in cheek humor laced throughout the novel, condescendingdialogue in nearly every conversation, and of course, a number of quipsabout tea. Because of these characteristics, American media, which tends tobe more blatant and simple, does not ... Read More

A Report on Jurassic Park and Jurassic World, Two American Science Fiction Adventure Films (2716 words, 8 pages)

Tyrannosaurus RektJohn Hammond, the founder of InGen (a bioengineering company), creates a theme park of reconstructed dinosaurs. After a park worker is slaughtered by one of the company's assets, the parks investors demand that experts examine the park to make sure it is safe for tourists. One of the lawyers, ... Read More

An Analysis of Science Fiction in Childhood’s End by Arthur C. Clarke (1319 words, 5 pages)

What Makes Science Fiction Good Works?Science fiction is a literary genre that deals with the effect of humans on technology and science. In the science fiction novels Childhoods End by Arthur C. Clarke and Fahrenheit 451 by Ray Bradbury, inclusions of post-Cold War scenarios and a futuristic setting make the ... Read More

A Book Report on Ready Player One, a Science Fiction and Dystopian Novel by Ernest Cline (708 words, 3 pages)

Ready Player OneClimate change, loss of biodiversity, pollution, global warming, overpopulation and constant power outages are some of the many environmental problems the Earth is facing in the year 2044. However, its not all lost. There is still one place where people can feel safe the virtual world known as ... Read More

The Dehumanization of Prawns in District 9. a Science Fiction Thriller Film by Neill Blomkamp (836 words, 3 pages)

In the city of Johannesburg, a lost ship from outer space has suddenly stopped its fare. Aliens, who are later to be known as prawns, is found on board, hungry and scared. The term prawn is used to describe these foreigners, that is also the name of a small fish ... Read More

The Othering of the Aliens in District 9, a Science Fiction Thriller Film by Neill Blomkamp (993 words, 3 pages)

District 9 is a film that focuses on how Aliens that have landed on earth, in South Africa, seeking refuge as their ship failed on their way to their home planet are separated from the humans and they are harshly exploited by the humans for their advanced technology. The film ... Read More

An Introduction to the Life and Work of Jules Verne a Father of Science Fiction (238 words, 1 pages)

Outline1. Attention getter "A journey to the center of the earth""From the Earth to the moon""Twenty thousand leagues under the sea""Around the world in eighty days"are just a few titles, this are just s few examples of the great adventurous, scientific and imaginative novels Jules Verne wrote.2. PurposeToday i would ... Read More

A Plot Overview of the Science Fiction “The Martian Chronicles” (1566 words, 2 pages)

Rocket. That must have been Ray Bradburys first word. The word rocket is the basis for any and all science fiction novels. Without such a diverse tool, science fiction would not be half as popular as it is today. Mr. Bradbury isnt the greatest sci-fi writer of all time, but ... Read More

A Review of Aldous Huxley’s Science Fiction Novel “Brave New World” (1077 words, 2 pages)

Brave New WorldAuthor Aldous HuxleyBrave New World is a science fiction novel that is about a society where happiness has been achieved. The story begins in London some 600 years into the future. The world is run by tenWorld Controllers. Reproduction has been removed from the womb and people are ... Read More

An Analysis of the Topic of the Science Fiction and the American Public (933 words, 4 pages)

No name typifies science fiction to the American public more than the name RayBradbury. For over forty years, he has been writing novels, short stories, poems, plays,and movie scripts that have long since kept him in the forefront of American literature. His stories become standard reading for many high school ... Read More

Published: Friday 25th of January 2013