SciFi in the Mind's Eye

作者:Grebowicz, Margret

页数:320

出版时间:2007-10

价格:276.00元

isbn号码:9780812696301

具体描述

Whether you are wondering what early Star Trek episodes have to tell us about race or what post-apocalyptic literature has to say about the dangers of technology, SciFi in the Mind's Eye is full of engaging essays about gender, genes, ethics, and the apocalypse. The scholars in this volume examine how science fiction informs and inspires contemporary research in science and how breakthroughs in modern science spur science fiction authors on to more cutting-edge and exhilarating narratives. What does our favorite science fiction tell us about the culture of science? What does it show us about how science and values interact and how science and politics affect each other? What can science fiction tell us about the future impact of science and technology? This volume brings together scholars and authors of science fiction to explore the role that science fiction plays (and could play) in our study and practice of science. SciFi in the Mind's Eye offers previously unpublished work by a number of acclaimed SciFi authors in the form of "interventions" throughout the work. In her article, "How to Do Things with Ideas," L. Timmel Duchamp, known for her Marq'ssan Cycle series, details and explores her process of writing a story from a set of ideas to ink on the paper. Nicola Griffith, author of Slow River and Ammonite , writes of her early experience with science fiction and how it still impacts her today. Nancy Kress, author of Crossfire and Crucible , explores the way in which science fiction can anticipate future ethical debates, helping us to come to terms with issues in those debates before they become a reality. Finally, Ewa Lipska--a Polish poet--conducts an interview with Stanislaw Lem, author of Solaris , in which Lem muses over poetry, music, and his connection with Krakow. SciFi in the Mind's Eye is an excellent introduction to the world of Science and Technology Studies. Grebowicz invigorates the many discussions of science by centering the book on science fiction. This book is informative for the technology buff, while staying accessible and enjoyable for all.