Gothic Science Fiction [electronic resource] : 1818 to the Present /
MacArthur, S.author.
Gothic Science Fiction explores the fascinating world of gothic influenced science fiction. From Frankenstein to Doctor Who and from H. G Wells to Stephen King, the book charts the rise of a genre and follows the descent into darkness that consumes it.
Includes index.
Gothic Science Fiction explores the fascinating world of gothic influenced science fiction. From Frankenstein to Doctor Who and from H. G Wells to Stephen King, the book charts the rise of a genre and follows the descent into darkness that consumes it.
One dreary night: early science fiction and the gothic -- 'Mad? Is one who has solved the secret of life to be considered mad?' The role of the mad scientist in gothic science fiction -- 'The last man in the world': gothic motif in the apocalyptical novel -- 'It's life, Jim, but not as we know it': the gothic monster in science fiction -- 'One day, I shall come back. Yes, I shall come back': immortality and the fight for humanity in gothic science fiction -- 'Henceforth you shall be known as Darth Vader': the battle between good and evil in gothic science fiction -- 'Science fiction and gothic?... It is strange that the genres should cross at all': in conclusion- understanding gothic science fiction.
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