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As If: Modern Enchantment And The Literary Prehistory Of Virtual Reality
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Named One Of The Best Books Of 2012 By The Editors Of The Huffington Post Many People Throughout The World Inhabit Imaginary Worlds Communally And Persistently, Parsing Harry Potter And Exploring Online Universes. These Activities Might Seem Irresponsibly Escapist, But History Tells Another Story. Beginning In The Late Nineteenth Century, When Sherlock Holmes Became The World'S First Virtual Reality Character, Readers Began To Colonize Imaginary Worlds, Debating Serious Issues And Viewing Reality In Provisional, As If Terms Rather Than Through Essentialist, Just So Perspectives. From Lovecraft'S Cthulhu Mythos And Tolkien'S Middleearth To The World Of Warcraft And Second Life, As If Provides A Cultural History That Reveals How We Can Remain Enchanted But Not Deluded In An Age Where Fantasy And Reality Increasingly Intertwine.
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- Q: What is the main theme of 'As If: Modern Enchantment and the Literary PreHistory of Virtual Reality'? A: The main theme of the book explores how imaginary worlds, from literature to online games, serve as a means for people to engage with serious issues and view reality in a more flexible, 'as if' manner.
- Q: Who is the author of this book? A: The author of 'As If' is Michael Saler.
- Q: When was 'As If: Modern Enchantment and the Literary PreHistory of Virtual Reality' published? A: The book was published on January 9, 2012.
- Q: What is the page count of the book? A: The book has a total of 304 pages.
- Q: What type of binding does this edition have? A: This edition of the book is hardcover.
- Q: Is 'As If' a fiction or nonfiction book? A: As If is a nonfiction book that provides a cultural history of imaginary worlds.
- Q: What genre does 'As If' fall under? A: The book falls under the genre of Science Fiction & Fantasy.
- Q: Does this book have any illustrations or images? A: The book does not specify any illustrations or images; it primarily focuses on text and analysis.
- Q: What is the condition of the book? A: The book is listed as 'New'.
- Q: Are there any notable accolades for this book? A: Yes, it was named one of the 'Best Books of 2012' by the Editors of The Huffington Post.