The Phoenix Pick Anthology of Classic Science Fiction Stories (Verne, Wells, Kipling, Hawthorne & More)

by Jules Verne, H. G. Wells, Edgar Allan Poe

Overview

The Phoenix Pick Anthology of Classic Science Fiction Stories is a collection of stories taken from across the 19th century and into the early 20th that showcases many of the genre's early attempts. "Science Fiction" of this period is rich with new ideas that reflect both the concerns and the imagination of the society and writers of its time. ****** Each of the stories included in this volume has stood the test of time and many of the themes reflected by these authors are still relevent to us today.

Product Details

ISBN-13:	9781604502589
Publisher:	Arc Manor
Publication date:	07/17/2008
Edition description:	New Edition
Pages:	208
Product dimensions:	6.14(w) x 9.21(h) x 0.44(d)

About the Author

Widely regarded as the father of modern science fiction, Jules Verne (1828-1905) wrote more than seventy books and created hundreds of memorable characters. His most popular novel, Twenty Thousand Leagues Under the Sea, is not only a brilliant piece of scientific prophecy, but also a thrilling story with superb, subtle characterizations.

Date of Birth:

February 8, 1828

Date of Death:

March 24, 1905

Place of Birth:

Nantes, France

Place of Death:

Amiens, France

Education:

Nantes lycée and law studies in Paris