A literary genre that pervades 21st-century popular culture, science fiction creates mythologies that make statements about humanity's place in the universe and embody an intersection of science, religion and philosophy. This book considers the significance of this confluence through an examination of myths in the writings of H. G. Wells, Arthur C. Clarke, Philip K. Dick and Frank Herbert. Presenting fresh insights into their works, the author brings to light the tendency of science fiction narratives to reaffirm spiritual myths.
A literary genre that pervades 21st-century popular culture, science fiction creates mythologies that make statements about humanity's place in the universe and embody an intersection of science, religion and philosophy. This book considers the significance of this confluence through an examination of myths in the writings of H. G. Wells, Arthur C. Clarke, Philip K. Dick and Frank Herbert. Presenting fresh insights into their works, the author brings to light the tendency of science fiction narratives to reaffirm spiritual myths.
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Critical Explorations in Science Fiction and Fantasy Nr.54
Jennifer Simkins is an English teacher in Bathurst, New South Wales, Australia.
Inhaltsangabe
Table of Contents Acknowledgments deleteix Preface Introduction Chapter 1. Evolution, Morality and Religion in H. G. Wells Chapter 2. Materialism and Mystery: Mixed Myths in Arthur C. Clarke Chapter 3. Science Fiction as Truth: Sociology, Philosophy and Theology in Philip K. Dick Chapter 4. Resisting Tradition: The Messiah Myth and Authentic Dasein in Frank Herbert's Dune Series Conclusion Chapter Notes Works Cited Index
Table of Contents Acknowledgments deleteix Preface Introduction Chapter 1. Evolution, Morality and Religion in H. G. Wells Chapter 2. Materialism and Mystery: Mixed Myths in Arthur C. Clarke Chapter 3. Science Fiction as Truth: Sociology, Philosophy and Theology in Philip K. Dick Chapter 4. Resisting Tradition: The Messiah Myth and Authentic Dasein in Frank Herbert's Dune Series Conclusion Chapter Notes Works Cited Index
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