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The Encyclopedia of Science Fiction Paperback – November 1, 1995

by John Clute (Author), Peter Nicholls (Author)

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Encompassing 4,360 entries that provide critical insight and biographical and bibliographical data, an updated edition of a popular science fiction reference features a carefully cross-referenced format. Original.

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Did your last con visit leave you feeling out of touch? Was the latest issue of Locus full of unfamiliar writers? Or are you looking for a definitive analysis of the role of eschatology in science fiction? Look no further. You can find all the help you need, and the answers to questions you didn't even know you wanted to ask, in John Clute and Peter Nicholls's invaluable reference work, The Encyclopedia of Science Fiction. In the introduction, Clute and Nicholls write, "We see this book as more than merely an encyclopedia of sf; it is a comprehensive history and analysis of the genre."

With over 4,360 entries and 1,300,000 words, this is a jam-packed sourcebook on science fiction authors, books, subgenres, movements, and history. You can live without it, but why would you want to? It's got riveting trivia on every page, hours of browsing enjoyment, and endless potential for playing spot-the-error, a game popular among science fiction writers and fans. Clute and Nicholls have put together an admirable, ever-improving encyclopedia that tries to encompass a genre that grows new pseudopods every year. This is a great resource for fans and writers. Those with a yen for a more visual approach might appreciate Clute's Science Fiction: The Illustrated Encyclopedia, and fantasy readers and writers should definitely check out The Encyclopedia of Fantasy when the new edition is published early in 1999. --Therese Littleton

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...the most intelligent, wide-ranging, and richest reference work on science fiction ever assembled. To date it is the indispensable volume on the topic. -- Samuel R. Delany

Paperback: 1386 pages
Publisher: St Martins Pr; Reprint edition (November 1, 1995)
Language: English
ISBN-10: 031213486X
ISBN-13: 978-0312134860
Product Dimensions: 7.2 x 2.2 x 9.2 inches
Shipping Weight: 4 pounds
Average Customer Review: 20 customer reviews
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Christopher S. O. Chao

the copy didn't appear just like new - it looked more like brand new

July 26, 2016

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I always wanted to own a copy of The Encyclopedia of Science Fiction but didn't buy one until a couple of weeks ago. I bought a second-hand copy described as 'Like new'. When I opened the box, the copy didn't appear just like new - it looked more like brand new. So naturally I was very pleased with it. The content of the book needs little introduction. Though the book is now somewhat outdated because it was published two decades ago, I still enjoy reading the information from the 90s. If you are a science fiction fan, you will not be disappointed with this book.

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K. R.Top Contributor: Photography

Big book

March 14, 2016

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This encyclopedia was published in 1995 - so it's twenty years out of date. But still, for being a reference for works prior to 1996 it's great. At 1,385 pages this book is huge. Sure you can now look all this up on the web, but it's nice to have a copy on hand to look stuff up when you need to. I'm happy with my purchase.

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lcschr44

Excellent reference for someone with an historical interest in science fiction.

December 20, 2012

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This excellent reference is very difficult to find - the version reviewed here is the 1995 copyright - but it is an outstanding source for science fiction enthusiasts. At 1386 pages, it is easily the most inclusive reference for readers and movie-goers of all ages and interests. The span of topics is impressive and one is tempted to remark that every significant theme in science fiction lore of the last 100 years (or so) can be found here. This is probably an overstatment, but if a topic is not included in this compendium, it is certainly a rare subject. That being said, this reference focuses largely on literary and motion picture history and background. Those exploring the "imaginative technology" of science fiction may be disappointed.

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thirdtwin

Essential Encyclopedia About Speculative Fiction

May 10, 2016

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Still the best one volume overview for students or enthusiasts of science fiction. It's a can't miss volume if you're interested in the genre.

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Ricardo Portella

A really complete book on Sci-fi

November 22, 2012

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It is a great book that contains a lot of information regarding the sci-fi world. The only problem is that is not updated, but it has all the classic sci-fi that I was interested for.

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January 11, 2013

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I'm impressed by the depth and breadth of work encompassed by this document. It is a valuable addition to my book shelf (and it cost less to buy than to ship).

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A. J. KITCHEN

I Couldn't have asked for better

March 6, 2013

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The book was well protected and arrived on time. I have the first version of this encyclopedia and I needed the update (roughly 20 years worth of science fiction to cover).

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December 18, 2012

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This has it all. Easy reference. Easy format. A must For all Science fiction fans. Huge book with no waste.

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