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Looking Backward (A Utopia) & Looking Further Backward (A Dystopia)

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Science fiction

'LOOKING BACKWARD (A Utopia) & LOOKING FURTHER BACKWARD (A Dystopia)' masterfully intertwines visionary glimpses of utopian ideals and dystopian realities, crafted by Edward Bellamy and Arthur Dudley Vinton. Showcasing a spectrum of literary styles and exploring societal structures, this anthology juxtaposes Bellamy's optimistic 19th-century ideologies with Vinton's darker, cautionary narratives. This diverse array ensures readers experience a dichotomy that stimulates both hope and foreboding about the direction of human societies, revealing the thin line between utopia and dystopia through its vivid storytelling and philosophical undertones. The contributing authors, Bellamy and Vinton, belong to a pivotal era marked by intense socio-political changes and burgeoning literary explorations into speculative futures. Their works reflect significant historical and cultural movements, serving as cornerstones in the science fiction genre. This collection not only echoes the transitioning beliefs of their times but also enhances our understanding of early speculative fiction's role in questioning and molding societal values. Venture into 'LOOKING BACKWARD (A Utopia) & LOOKING FURTHER BACKWARD (A Dystopia)' to navigate the fascinating interplay of utopian dreams and dystopian warnings. This anthology presents a rarity in literature by juxtaposing contrasting visions from the same epoch. Readers eager for a scholarly pursuit into the depths of speculative fiction will find this collection an invaluable resource, replete with critical insights and provocative discourse between the narratives of Bellamy and Vinton.

© 2018 Musaicum Books (Ebook): 9788027243419

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Ebook: 2 November 2018

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