Stanley G. Weinbaum

Shifting Seas (eBook, ePUB)

Journey to Alien Horizons: An Exploration of Interstellar Worlds

• Format: ePub

Produktbeschreibung

In "Shifting Seas," Stanley G. Weinbaum presents a riveting exploration of human ambition and the environmental forces that challenge it. Set in a vividly imagined future, the narrative unfolds against the backdrop of a world grappling with the consequences of climate change and sea-level rise. Weinbaum's prose is marked by a keen emotional depth and rich descriptions, reflecting a broader literary trend in early science fiction that intertwines speculative elements with social commentary. The novel invites readers to contemplate not only the technological advancements but also the ethical dilemmas that arise as humanity attempts to adapt to an evolving landscape. Stanley G. Weinbaum, a pioneering figure in speculative fiction, was known for his acute understanding of both science and the human experience. Born in 1902, Weinbaum's brief but impactful career was fueled by his keen interest in science and a belief in its power to shape society. His writings often incorporate themes of resilience and innovation, influenced by the tumultuous times of the early 20th century, and "Shifting Seas" exemplifies his commitment to exploring the multifaceted relationships between humanity and the environment. Readers who appreciate thought-provoking narratives that not only entertain but also provoke introspection will find "Shifting Seas" an essential addition to their library. This book challenges us to engage with contemporary issues through a speculative lens, fostering a deeper understanding of our relationship with nature and the future of humanity in a rapidly changing world.

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Produktdetails

• Verlag: Good Press
• Seitenzahl: 25
• Erscheinungstermin: 9. November 2021
• Englisch
• ISBN-13: 4066338094827
• Artikelnr.: 64076397

Autorenporträt

Stanley Grauman Weinbaum (1902 - 1935) was an American science fiction writer. His first story, "A Martian Odyssey", was published to great acclaim in July 1934, but he died from lung cancer less than a year and a half later. He is best known for the groundbreaking science fiction short story, "A Martian Odyssey", which presented a sympathetic but decidedly non-human alien, Tweel. Even more remarkably, this was his first science fiction story (in 1933 he had sold a romantic novel, The Lady Dances, to King Features Syndicate, which serialized the story in its newspapers in early 1934). Isaac Asimov has described "A Martian Odyssey" as "a perfect Campbellian science fiction story, before John W. Campbell. Indeed, Tweel may be the first creature in science fiction to fulfil Campbell's dictum, 'write me a creature who thinks as well as a man, or better than a man, but not like a man'." Asimov went on to describe it as one of only three stories that changed the way all subsequent ones in the science fiction genre were written. It is the oldest short story (and one of the top vote-getters) selected by the Science Fiction Writers of America for inclusion in The Science Fiction Hall of Fame, Volume One, 1929-1964.