Historical dictionary of science fiction in literature /

Booker, M. Keith,

Historical dictionary of science fiction in literature / Dictionary of science fiction in literature M. Keith Booker. - xxxv, 397 pages ; 24 cm. - Historical dictionaries of literature and the arts . - Historical dictionaries of literature and the arts. .

Editor's foreword / Jon Woronoff -- Preface -- Acronyms and abbreviations -- Reader's note -- Chronology -- Introduction -- The dictionary -- Bibliography -- About the author.

Includes bibliographical references (pages 355-396).

"The Historical Dictionary of Science Fiction in Literature covers the history of Science Fiction in literature through a chronology, an introductory essay, and an extensive bibliography. The dictionary section has over 300 cross-referenced entries significant people, themes, critical issues, and the most significant genres that have formed Science Fiction literature. This book is an excellent access point for students, researchers, and anyone wanting to know more about this subject" --

9780810878839 (cloth : alk. paper) 0810878836 (cloth : alk. paper)

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Science fiction--Dictionaries.
Science fiction--History and criticism--Handbooks, manuals, etc.

REF PN 3433.4 .B66 2015