{"product_id":"science-fiction-as-science-fiction-brian-aldiss-1st-edition","title":"Science Fiction as Science Fiction, Brian Aldiss — 1st Edition","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003ePublication:\u003c\/b\u003e Frome, Somerset, Bran's Head Books Ltd., 1978\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eFormatting:\u003c\/b\u003e 8vo, pp. [iv], 39.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eCondition Report:\u003c\/b\u003e Near Fine. The original light blue card wrappers remain notably bright and uncreased, maintaining sharp corners and a firm, square binding that displays no reading lean. A very faint, superficial smudge is present to the central area of the rear panel, though it scarcely detracts from the remarkably clean overall presentation. Internally, the pages are crisp, tight, and completely free from foxing, markings, or blemishes, exhibiting no discernible reading wear and presenting an excellent example of this inherently fragile pamphlet format.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eCatalogue Note:\u003c\/b\u003e First edition. Issued as part of the niche \u003ci\u003eBran's Head Library of Science Fiction Criticism\u003c\/i\u003e series, edited by Grahame Barrasford Young and Richard S. Kirby.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis slim volume presents a scarce critical essay by Brian Aldiss, one of the most prominent voices in British speculative fiction, offering his unique perspective on the genre he helped shape. The book is unillustrated and presented in its original softcover format, typical for this specific academic-leaning series.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eDue to its small independent print run and the perishable nature of its card wrappers, this edition is notably scarce on the open market, particularly in such a well-preserved, unmarked state.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIn this insightful and rigorously argued essay, acclaimed author Brian Aldiss turns his analytical eye upon the very genre that defined his career. Exploring the philosophical boundaries, historical development, and literary significance of speculative fiction, Aldiss offers a compelling examination of how science fiction serves as a vital mirror to the anxieties and technological rapidities of the modern age. This work provides an essential critical perspective for both devoted readers of the genre and scholars of twentieth-century literature.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Broadhursts Books","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":54565515952467,"sku":"5014","price":60.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0960\/1469\/6787\/files\/20260809_184359.jpg?v=1786514860","url":"https:\/\/broadhurstsbooks.com\/products\/science-fiction-as-science-fiction-brian-aldiss-1st-edition","provider":"Broadhursts Books","version":"1.0","type":"link"}