From Frankenstein to Wells: Mapping the lineage of science fiction
In short: Trace the literary evolution of speculative fiction with former Star Trek writer Marc Zicree. This video explores how foundational novels shaped the genre we recognize today.
The series examines the historical progression of science fiction literature, beginning with seminal works like Mary Shelley's Frankenstein and moving through the influential writings of H.G. Wells.
By analyzing these early pillars, the video provides a narrative on how the genre developed its core tropes and literary structures from the 19th century onward.
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