Olaf Stapledon

Darkness and the Light (eBook, ePUB)

Exploring the Cosmic Battle in Stapledon's Lyrical Saga

• Format: ePub

Produktbeschreibung

In Olaf Stapledon's book 'Darkness and the Light', the reader is taken on a philosophical journey exploring the eternal struggle between good and evil, darkness and light. Written in a lyrical and thought-provoking style, Stapledon delves into the very essence of human nature and the cosmic forces that shape our universe. This work is often regarded as a seminal piece of science fiction literature, blending elements of metaphysics, psychology, and ethics to create a complex and compelling narrative. Stapledon's inventive storytelling and vivid imagery captivate the reader, inviting them to ponder deep existential questions as they navigate through the blurred boundaries between darkness and light. Drawing on influences from both science fiction and philosophy, 'Darkness and the Light' offers a unique and engaging perspective on the eternal struggle between opposing forces. Olaf Stapledon, a visionary thinker and influential figure in the realm of speculative fiction, brings his intellectual prowess and keen insight to this groundbreaking work. As a pioneer in the genre of science fiction, Stapledon's exploration of cosmic themes and existential dilemmas continues to inspire readers and writers alike. 'Darkness and the Light' is a must-read for anyone seeking a profound and intellectually stimulating literary experience that challenges conventional thinking and expands the boundaries of imagination.

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Produktdetails

• Verlag: Good Press
• Seitenzahl: 158
• Erscheinungstermin: 9. November 2021
• Englisch
• ISBN-13: 4066338096579
• Artikelnr.: 64076649

Autorenporträt

Olaf Stapledon (1886 - 1950)
William Olaf Stapledon was born near Liverpool in 1886. He read history at Oxford, where he obtained a BA and an MA. During the First World War, he served as a conscientious objector with an ambulance unit in France and Belgium. After the war he was awarded a PhD in philosophy from the University of Liverpool. A full-time writer from the early 1930s, Olaf Stapledon produced a concentrated body of work that had - and continues to have - an extraordinary influence on the genre of science fiction. In addition to inspiring or influencing writers such as Brian Aldiss, Stephen Baxter, Arthur C. Clarke and Stanislaw Lem, Stapledon's work gave the field such enduring tropes as hive minds, Dyson spheres, genetic engineering and terraforming. It is arguable that only H. G. Wells has made a more significant contribution to the field. Olaf Stapledon died in 1950.

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