Hard science fiction

Diving deeper into these novels, the similiaries start stacking up greatly such as the thematic ideas. In Anthem, the main character ,Equality 7-2521, lives in a society where everything is controlled by a council of vocations and the concept "indivisuality" is non existent however, Equality 7-2521 does not follow under these rules and guidelines, after hiding in a tunnel he found, he spends his time in solitude -despite knowing this violates all the laws of his society- writing and even…

For Kate, the zombie apocalypse meant a future with unlimited possibilities. Gone were the horrors of the past such as not being able to get a decent username, or feeling obligated to order a salad to post on the internet. It’s been a dozen years and Kate has her heart set on teaching the rising generation of students to follow their dreams, but when a mysterious cure is advertised over the old radio waves, the deeply disturbed world that the survivors live in is thrown into hilarious chaos.…

Science has been a prevalent topic over the course of history. Literature has been key in highlighting the significance of science and has effectively aided humankind by displaying morals. Both Frankenstein The Modern Prometheus and The Time Machine are great examples of literature that use science in order to emphasize vital teachings for mankind. Moreover both these novels shed light on the consequences of science. Similarly this essay will critically analyze and compare the characters in…

of Atwood’s common themes such as power and gender roles. Interspersed between those chapters is the book supposedly written by Laura Case (although later revealed it was written by Iris as well), of two lovers meeting in secret and telling a science fiction story…

The book Zoo by James Patterson is thrilling. It contains many attributes within the book and its characters like, paranoia, a dystopian world and, the use of pastiche. Throughout the novel characters are trying to find a cure for the animal outbreak for animals have been dangerous towards humans. With these characteristics, it therefore fits under the era of post-modernism due to the use of literary techniques used in the novel. A reason why it is fit under the post-modern era is because of…

that lather their crimson skin like vines.” Hello, I’m Darcy Smith, an Australian author, and today I am going to explain the scientific concepts behind my short story, ‘The Changing’ in the hope of being considered for the 2016 Anthology of Science Fiction Stories by Australian authors. Set only a few years from the present, my story portrays a dystopian world in which scientists are struggling to combat the lack of antibiotics with a new medication known as the debiotic. Through this seminar…

It is obvious that the first half of the old lion is brilliant and successful.But the rest of its life,the boar,bull bully it,even the donkey bully it.It can’t stand after a reproach.This makes it very collapse. However,we must know,in our life,we will suffer setbacks and even bullied.Maybe,before success;Perhaps after success.In 1832, Lincoln unemployed, it made him very sad, but he determined to be a politician, when state senator. Unfortunately, his campaign failed. In year two, it is…

‘Ender’s Game’, a 31-year old science fiction classic, written by Orson Scott Card. It even has a movie which was first released on October 25th, 2013 in the United Kingdoms. This book is recommended for people who love protagonists which are not just their average kid. The story centres on a young boy, Andrew Wiggin (also known as Ender Wiggin). He’s not just your typical 6-year old boy, he’s a genius. I highly recommend that you give it a shot because by the end, Card’s writing will make you…

Death is inevitable, although fear and pleasures seem to be a temporary escape. The interpretations brought through the symbolism of the clock, masked figure, and Prince Prospero point to the overarching theme of the unavoidability of death. Reality surrounds them, as the tangible items are a reminder that they cannot escape fatality simply by hiding. In Edgar Allan Poe’s “The Masque of the Red Death,” the use of allegory, exemplified by symbolism, builds the theme by emphasizing the moral…

In the short story, “The Masque of the Red Death” Edgar Allan Poe utilizes symbols to evoke a chilling and doleful mood. Prince Prospero ruled during a time of disease and turmoil. However, instead of mourning for the loss of his dominions, he invited many high ranking elites to a party, and left “the external world to take care of itself” (1). The unfair nature of the matter creates a depressing mood, and Prince Prospero, who symbolizes the end of feudalism, holds responsibility. In addition to…