Beyond Tomorrow

German Science Fiction and Utopian Thought in the 20th and 21st Centuries

Autori

• Ingo Cornils

Parametri

Pagine

332pagine

Tempo di lettura

12ore

• Arte / Cultura
• Fantascienza e Fantasy
• Narrativa
• Sulla letteratura

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Exploring the evolution of German science fiction, this book delves into its engagement with social change and technological progress, from the critiques of authoritarianism by Kurd Lawitz and Fritz Lang to the utopian visions of Ernst Bloch and Herbert Marcuse. It examines how German SF has responded to historical challenges, particularly during the Cold War, and addresses contemporary fears tied to globalization and technological advancements. Through close readings of key works, the author highlights a complex interplay of optimism and pessimism regarding humanity's future.

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Lingua: Inglese

Pubblicato: 2020

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