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The Best Of World Sf: Volume 1
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Twentysix New Short Stories Representing The State Of The Art In International Science Fiction.'Rare And Wonderful' The Times'The Most Important Anthology Of Sf Short Fiction Since Dangerous Visions' Adam Roberts'Fizzes With Great Ideas And Wonderful Writing... Now This Book Exists, It Feels Absurd It Didn'T Exist Sooner' Sfxthe Future Is Coming. It Knows No Bounds, And Neither Should Science Fiction.They Say The More Things Change The More They Stay The Same. But Over The Last Hundred Years, Science Fiction Has Changed. Vibrant New Generations Of Writers Have Sprung Up Across The Globe, Proving The Old Adage False. From Ghana To India, From Mexico To France, From Singapore To Cuba, They Draw On Their Unique Backgrounds And Culture, Changing The Face Of The Genre One Story At A Time.Prepare Yourself For A Journey Through The Wildest Reaches Of The Imagination, To Visions Of Earth As It Might Be And The Far Corners Of The Universe. Along The Way, You Will Meet Robots And Monsters, Adventurers And Time Travellers, Rogues And Royalty.In The Best Of World Sf, Awardwinning Author Lavie Tidhar Acts As Guide And Companion To A World Of Stories, From Neverbeforeseen Originals To Award Winners, From Twentythree Countries And Seven Languages. Because The Future Is Coming And It Belongs To Us All.Stories:'Immersion' By Aliette De Bodard; 'Debtless' By Chen Qiufan (Trans. From Chinese By Blake Stonebanks); 'Fandom For Robots' By Vina Jiemin Prasad; 'Virtual Snapshots' By Tlotlo Tsamaase; 'What The Dead Man Said' By Chinelo Onwualu; 'Delhi' By Vandana Singh; 'The Wheel Of Samsara' By Han Song (Trans. From Chinese By The Author); 'Xingzhou' By Yisheng Ng; 'Prayer' By Taiyo Fujii (Trans. From Japanese By Kamil Spychalski); 'The Green Ship' By Francesco Verso (Trans. From Italian By Michael Colbert); 'Eyes Of The Crocodile' By Malena Salazar Maci (Trans. From Spanish By Toshiya Kamei); 'Bootblack' By Tade Thompson; 'The Emptiness In The Heart Of All Things' By Fabio Fernandes; 'The Sun From Both Sides' By R.S.A. Garcia; 'Dump' By Cristina Jurado (Trans. From Spanish By Steve Redwood); 'Rue Chair' By Gerardo Horacio Porcayo (Trans. From Spanish By The Author); 'His Master'S Voice' By Hannu Rajaniemi; 'Benjamin Schneider'S Little Greys' By Nir Yaniv (Trans. From Hebrew By Lavie Tidhar); 'The Cryptid' By Emil H. Petersen (Trans. From Icelandic By The Author); 'The Bank Of Burkina Faso' By Ekaterina Sedia; 'An Incomplete Guide...' By Kuzhali Manickavel; 'The Old Man With The Third Hand' By Kofi Nyameye; 'The Green' By Lauren Beukes; 'The Last Voyage Of Skidbladnir' By Karin Tidbeck; 'Prime Meridian' By Silvia Morenogarcia; 'If At First You Don'T Succeed' By Zen Cho
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Frequently Asked Questions
- Q: What is the genre of 'The Best of World SF: Volume 1'? A: 'The Best of World SF: Volume 1' is an anthology that features international science fiction stories, showcasing a diverse range of voices and styles from around the globe.
- Q: How many stories are included in this anthology? A: This anthology contains twenty-six short stories from various authors, representing the latest trends in science fiction.
- Q: Who is the author and editor of this anthology? A: The anthology is edited by award-winning author Lavie Tidhar, who also contributes to the collection.
- Q: What themes are explored in the stories of this anthology? A: The stories explore a wide range of themes, including futuristic concepts, cultural identity, and the human experience, often featuring diverse settings and characters.
- Q: What languages are represented in 'The Best of World SF: Volume 1'? A: The anthology includes stories translated from several languages, highlighting works from authors in seven different languages.
- Q: What is the page count and binding type of this book? A: 'The Best of World SF: Volume 1' has a total of 608 pages and is bound in hardcover.
- Q: When was 'The Best of World SF: Volume 1' published? A: 'The Best of World SF: Volume 1' was published on April 1, 2021.
- Q: Is this book suitable for readers new to science fiction? A: Yes, this anthology is suitable for both new and seasoned readers of science fiction, as it presents a curated selection of stories that highlight contemporary voices in the genre.
- Q: Are the stories in this anthology original or previously published? A: The anthology features a mix of never-before-seen original stories and award-winning works previously published, providing a rich reading experience.
- Q: What makes this anthology unique compared to other science fiction collections? A: This anthology is unique due to its international perspective, featuring diverse authors from various countries, and showcasing how different cultures interpret and contribute to the science fiction genre.