Latin American Science Fiction Writers: An A-to-Z Guide

by Darrell B. Lockhart

Many readers are unaware of the vast universe of Latin American science fiction, which has its roots in the 18th century and has flourished to the present day. Because science fiction is part of Latin American popular culture, it reflects cultural and social concerns and comments on contemporary society. While there is a growing body of criticism on Latin American science fiction, most studies treat only a single author or work. This reference...

• Format: Hardcover
• Language: English
• ISBN: 0313305536
• ISBN13: 9780313305535
• Release Date: March 2004
• Publisher: Greenwood
• Length: 248 Pages
• Weight: 1.30 lbs.
• Dimensions: 0.8" x 6.3" x 9.6"