Latin American science fiction writers : an A-to-Z guide
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Latin American science fiction writers : an A-to-Z guide
Greenwood Press, 2004
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Includes bibliographical references (p. [213]-218) and index
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Many readers are unaware of the vast universe of Latin American science fiction, which has its roots in the 18th century and has flourished to the present day. Because science fiction is part of Latin American popular culture, it reflects cultural and social concerns and comments on contemporary society. While there is a growing body of criticism on Latin American science fiction, most studies treat only a single author or work. This reference offers a broad overview of Latin American science fiction. Included are alphabetically arranged entries on 70 Latin American science fiction writers.
While some of these are canonical figures, others have been largely neglected. Since much of science fiction has been written by women, many women writers are profiled. Each entry is prepared by an expert contributor and includes a short biography, a discussion of the writer's works, and primary and secondary bibliographies. The volume closes with a general bibliography of anthologies and criticism.
Table of Contents
Preface
Introduction by Darrell B. Lockhart
The Sourcebook
Latin American Science Fiction: A Bibliograhy of Literary Anthologies and Criticism
Index
About the Editor and Contributors
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