The Resource Sci-fi chronicles : a visual history of the galaxy's greatest science fiction, general editor, Guy Haley ; foreword by Stephen Baxter
Sci-fi chronicles : a visual history of the galaxy's greatest science fiction, general editor, Guy Haley ; foreword by Stephen Baxter
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- Summary
- This book is the definitive encyclopedia for the science fiction fanatic. From Barbarella to Blade Runner, from Solaris to Star Wars, and from 1984 to 2001, Sci-Fi Chronicles seeks out 200 of the greatest galactic creations. Presented in an arresting blend of incisive text, infographic timelines, and stunning photographs, each chronologically arranged entry features an entertaining overview written by a science fiction expert, plus: The lifespan of sci-fi creations, for example, from book to movie to television series; Other key media, such as comics, graphic novels, video games, manga, where appropriate; Film and television stills, book and comic covers, and other archive material. Larger franchises -- such as Doctor Who and The War of the Worlds -- feature lavish spreads of photographs illustrating how they have evolved from black-and-white beginnings to big-budget blockbusters. Seminal sagas like Star Wars and Star Trek enjoy not only a "real world" timeline of films and TV broadcasts, but also a fascinating spread detailing their role in the series' fictional universe. Sci-Fi Chronicles is a truly international guide, with entries focusing on everything from Hollywood blockbusters to Russian cult classics, and from European literature to Australian franchises. It is perfect for dipping into, while its memory-jogging mentions and illustrations make it impossible to put down. It will delight long-standing sci-fi aficionados, yet with a scope that extends from vintage volumes to amazing anime, Sci-Fi Chronicles will also entrance a younger generation. - Publisher
- Language
- eng
- Extent
- 576 pages
- Note
- Includes index
- Contents
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- 1818-1925. Early science fiction : the birth of a genre
- 1920-50. The days of pulp : the 'golden age' of science fiction
- 1950-70. The era of the atom : the marvels and perils of science
- 1970-90. Dark futures : apocalypses and the war in space
- 1990-present. The adventure continues : modern science fiction
- Famous space ships
- The science fiction chronology
- Genre definitions
- Isbn
- 9781770852648
- Label
- Sci-fi chronicles : a visual history of the galaxy's greatest science fiction
- Title
- Sci-fi chronicles
- Title remainder
- a visual history of the galaxy's greatest science fiction
- Statement of responsibility
- general editor, Guy Haley ; foreword by Stephen Baxter
- Title variation
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- Science fiction chronicles
- Visual history of the galaxy's greatest science fiction
- Language
- eng
- Summary
- This book is the definitive encyclopedia for the science fiction fanatic. From Barbarella to Blade Runner, from Solaris to Star Wars, and from 1984 to 2001, Sci-Fi Chronicles seeks out 200 of the greatest galactic creations. Presented in an arresting blend of incisive text, infographic timelines, and stunning photographs, each chronologically arranged entry features an entertaining overview written by a science fiction expert, plus: The lifespan of sci-fi creations, for example, from book to movie to television series; Other key media, such as comics, graphic novels, video games, manga, where appropriate; Film and television stills, book and comic covers, and other archive material. Larger franchises -- such as Doctor Who and The War of the Worlds -- feature lavish spreads of photographs illustrating how they have evolved from black-and-white beginnings to big-budget blockbusters. Seminal sagas like Star Wars and Star Trek enjoy not only a "real world" timeline of films and TV broadcasts, but also a fascinating spread detailing their role in the series' fictional universe. Sci-Fi Chronicles is a truly international guide, with entries focusing on everything from Hollywood blockbusters to Russian cult classics, and from European literature to Australian franchises. It is perfect for dipping into, while its memory-jogging mentions and illustrations make it impossible to put down. It will delight long-standing sci-fi aficionados, yet with a scope that extends from vintage volumes to amazing anime, Sci-Fi Chronicles will also entrance a younger generation. - Publisher
- Cataloging source
- NLC
- Dewey number
- 791.43/615
- Illustrations
- illustrations
- Index
- index present
- LC call number
- PN1995.9.S26
- LC item number
- S35 2014
- Literary form
- non fiction
- http://library.link/vocab/relatedWorkOrContributorDate
- 1973-
- http://library.link/vocab/relatedWorkOrContributorName
- Haley, Guy
- http://library.link/vocab/subjectName
- Science fiction films
- Label
- Sci-fi chronicles : a visual history of the galaxy's greatest science fiction, general editor, Guy Haley ; foreword by Stephen Baxter
- Note
- Includes index
- Carrier category
- volume
- Carrier category code
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- nc
- Carrier MARC source
- rdacarrier
- Content category
- text
- Content type code
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- txt
- Content type MARC source
- rdacontent
- Contents
- 1818-1925. Early science fiction : the birth of a genre -- 1920-50. The days of pulp : the 'golden age' of science fiction -- 1950-70. The era of the atom : the marvels and perils of science -- 1970-90. Dark futures : apocalypses and the war in space -- 1990-present. The adventure continues : modern science fiction -- Famous space ships -- The science fiction chronology -- Genre definitions
- Control code
- u201317
- Dimensions
- 25 cm
- Extent
- 576 pages
- Isbn
- 9781770852648
- Media category
- unmediated
- Media MARC source
- rdamedia
- Media type code
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- n
- Other physical details
- color illustrations
- System control number
- (OCoLC)874735437
- Label
- Sci-fi chronicles : a visual history of the galaxy's greatest science fiction, general editor, Guy Haley ; foreword by Stephen Baxter
- Note
- Includes index
- Carrier category
- volume
- Carrier category code
-
- nc
- Carrier MARC source
- rdacarrier
- Content category
- text
- Content type code
-
- txt
- Content type MARC source
- rdacontent
- Contents
- 1818-1925. Early science fiction : the birth of a genre -- 1920-50. The days of pulp : the 'golden age' of science fiction -- 1950-70. The era of the atom : the marvels and perils of science -- 1970-90. Dark futures : apocalypses and the war in space -- 1990-present. The adventure continues : modern science fiction -- Famous space ships -- The science fiction chronology -- Genre definitions
- Control code
- u201317
- Dimensions
- 25 cm
- Extent
- 576 pages
- Isbn
- 9781770852648
- Media category
- unmediated
- Media MARC source
- rdamedia
- Media type code
-
- n
- Other physical details
- color illustrations
- System control number
- (OCoLC)874735437
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