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  1. Cyberpunk and the 1980s
    Published: 2016
    Publisher:  The Great Courses, [San Francisco, California, USA] ; Kanopy Streaming

    Gibson’s Neuromancer and the movie Blade Runner (based on the Philip K. Dick novel Do Androids Dream of Electric Sheep) together formed a gritty, corporatized view of the future that set the standard for science fiction to come. Throughout the 80s,... more

     

    Gibson’s Neuromancer and the movie Blade Runner (based on the Philip K. Dick novel Do Androids Dream of Electric Sheep) together formed a gritty, corporatized view of the future that set the standard for science fiction to come. Throughout the 80s, the concepts of corporatization took hold in science fiction, while at the same time, with real-life technological advances, authors began to investigate the concern that we are not changing technology—it is changing us. Delve into the question, "Are we already living in the world cyberpunk writers predicted?"

     
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    003224. - In Process Record. - Title from title frames. - Film. - Originally produced by The Great Courses in 2016
  2. Encounters with the Alien Other
    Published: 2016
    Publisher:  The Great Courses, [San Francisco, California, USA] ; Kanopy Streaming

    Aliens are another icon and staple of science fiction. Often depicted as hostile and representing the unknown "other" as well as our fears about ourselves, aliens have been examined (and have examined us) in a variety of stories. Journey through the... more

     

    Aliens are another icon and staple of science fiction. Often depicted as hostile and representing the unknown "other" as well as our fears about ourselves, aliens have been examined (and have examined us) in a variety of stories. Journey through the portrayal of aliens in important works by Robert A. Heinlein, John W. Campbell, Jack Finney, Larry Niven, Stanislaw Lem, and Karen Joy Fowler.

     
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    003019. - In Process Record. - Title from title frames. - Film. - Originally produced by The Great Courses in 2016
  3. Environmentalism in Science Fiction
    Published: 2016
    Publisher:  The Great Courses, [San Francisco, California, USA] ; Kanopy Streaming

    Here you’ll revisit the idea that science fiction often deals directly with the consequences of human actions, whether through robots who take over the world or massive storms produced by climate change. Starting with a common theme in many science... more

     

    Here you’ll revisit the idea that science fiction often deals directly with the consequences of human actions, whether through robots who take over the world or massive storms produced by climate change. Starting with a common theme in many science fiction novels, bugs, Professor Wolfe walks you through works that feature—and often correctly predicted—environmental concerns and ramifications.

     
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    003249. - In Process Record. - Title from title frames. - Film. - Originally produced by The Great Courses in 2016
  4. Evolution and Deep Time in Science Fiction
    Published: 2016
    Publisher:  The Great Courses, [San Francisco, California, USA] ; Kanopy Streaming

    The concept of alternate histories enables vast possibilities. Discover how many science fiction stories tackle massive timescales, taking us from the very beginning to the very end of the universe, and any time and place in between. Examine the... more

     

    The concept of alternate histories enables vast possibilities. Discover how many science fiction stories tackle massive timescales, taking us from the very beginning to the very end of the universe, and any time and place in between. Examine the ideas science fiction writers proposed about evolution, anthropology, physics, religion, mythology, and more, and see how these concepts influence their view of both modern times and the far future.

     
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    003358. - In Process Record. - Title from title frames. - Film. - Originally produced by The Great Courses in 2016
  5. From Mars to Arrakis: The Planet
    Published: 2016
    Publisher:  The Great Courses, [San Francisco, California, USA] ; Kanopy Streaming

    A key differentiator between fantasy and science fiction is that fantasy stories often take place in worlds, while science fiction stories take place on a planet. Thus, the theme of planets is common among some of the great science fiction works in... more

     

    A key differentiator between fantasy and science fiction is that fantasy stories often take place in worlds, while science fiction stories take place on a planet. Thus, the theme of planets is common among some of the great science fiction works in history. Explore the use of planets—whether being discovered or already colonized—in a variety of works. Focus on Kim Stanley Robinson’s Mars trilogy, which uses accurate scientific data, and take a deep dive into Frank Herbert’s vision.

     
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    003258. - In Process Record. - Title from title frames. - Film. - Originally produced by The Great Courses in 2016
  6. Gender Questions and Feminist Science Fiction
    Published: 2016
    Publisher:  The Great Courses, [San Francisco, California, USA] ; Kanopy Streaming

    One stereotype science fiction still hasn’t fully shaken off is that it is a predominantly male genre. Originally, the audience was assumed to be male because science fiction often featured similar themes of exploration, war, and domination that... more

     

    One stereotype science fiction still hasn’t fully shaken off is that it is a predominantly male genre. Originally, the audience was assumed to be male because science fiction often featured similar themes of exploration, war, and domination that characterized the Western genre. This idea was so prevalent that female science fiction writers were often only successful when writing under a male pseudonym or gender-ambiguous nom de plume. Look at how far the genre has progressed, with famous authors such as Doris Lessing and Margaret Atwood, and consider how much work remains to be done.

     
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    003115. - In Process Record. - Title from title frames. - Film. - Originally produced by The Great Courses in 2016
  7. How Great Science Fiction Works
    Published: 2016
    Publisher:  The Great Courses, [San Francisco, California, USA] ; Kanopy Streaming

    Robots, spaceships, futuristic megacities, planets orbiting distant stars. These icons of science fiction are now in our daily news. Science fiction, once maligned as mere pulp, has motivated cutting-edge scientific research, inspired new... more

     

    Robots, spaceships, futuristic megacities, planets orbiting distant stars. These icons of science fiction are now in our daily news. Science fiction, once maligned as mere pulp, has motivated cutting-edge scientific research, inspired new technologies, and changed how we view everyday life - and its themes and questions permeate popular culture. Take an unparalleled look at the influence, history, and greatest works of science fiction with illuminating insights and fascinating facts about this wide-ranging genre. If you think science fiction doesn't have anything to do with you, this course deserves your attention. And if you love science fiction, you can't miss this opportunity to trace the arc of science fiction's evolution, understand the hallmarks of great science fiction, and delve deeply into classics while finding some new favorites.. These 24 captivating lectures reveal the qualities that make science fiction an enduring phenomenon that has been steadily gaining popularity. You'll grasp the context and achievements of authors like Arthur C. Clarke, H.G. Wells, Isaac Asimov, Ursula K. LeGuin, and many more. You'll experience the wonder, horror, and incredible imagination of works like Frankenstein, the Foundation series, Stranger in a Strange Land, and dozens of more recent stories as well. You'll also see this genre's influence in movies like Star Wars and TV shows like The Twilight Zone.. Science fiction can take us places in time and space where no other form of fiction can - outer space, the far future, alternate universes, unfathomable civilizations. The best science fiction expands our imaginations and makes its mark on our reality. And while few writers would ever claim to predict the future, sometimes authors get it almost eerily right: Gernsback describing radar in 1911, Bradbury describing giant flatscreen TVs in 1951, Gibson inventing "cyberspace" in 1984, and so on.

     
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    123509. - In Process Record. - Title from title frames. - Film collection. - Originally produced by The Great Courses in 2016
  8. Invasions, Space Wars, and Xenocide
    Published: 2016
    Publisher:  The Great Courses, [San Francisco, California, USA] ; Kanopy Streaming

    Science fiction includes war stories—which often respond to real-life wars. Ascertain how authors such as H. G. Wells took the subgenre of invasion tales to a new level by reflecting current anxieties such as annexation through fictional tales of... more

     

    Science fiction includes war stories—which often respond to real-life wars. Ascertain how authors such as H. G. Wells took the subgenre of invasion tales to a new level by reflecting current anxieties such as annexation through fictional tales of intergalactic attacks. You’ll also learn the truth behind The War of the Worlds hoax. Dig deep into themes such as genocide and extermination and how they are depicted in science fiction novels including Orson Scott Card’s Ender Game, Joe Haldeman’s The Forever War, and Robert A. Heinlein’s Starship Troopers.

     
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    003040. - In Process Record. - Title from title frames. - Film. - Originally produced by The Great Courses in 2016
  9. Mary Shelley and the Birth of Science Fiction
    Published: 2016
    Publisher:  The Great Courses, [San Francisco, California, USA] ; Kanopy Streaming

    Kick off your adventure into science fiction by clearly defining what science fiction is, and more importantly, what science fiction is not. Learn how science fiction is distinguished from—yet often confused with—other literary genres such as fantasy... more

     

    Kick off your adventure into science fiction by clearly defining what science fiction is, and more importantly, what science fiction is not. Learn how science fiction is distinguished from—yet often confused with—other literary genres such as fantasy and horror. Take a look at the concept of the "monster" through horror, fantasy, and science fiction to help define the differences in the genres. Explore what is often considered the first science fiction novel: Mary Shelley’s Frankenstein.

     
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    003055. - In Process Record. - Title from title frames. - Film. - Originally produced by The Great Courses in 2016
  10. Religion in Science Fiction
    Published: 2016
    Publisher:  The Great Courses, [San Francisco, California, USA] ; Kanopy Streaming

    A number of science fiction stories tackle the concept of religion, which is often at odds with the concepts that define science fiction. Delve into how science fiction approaches religion, from parody, to reimagining familiar biblical stories and... more

     

    A number of science fiction stories tackle the concept of religion, which is often at odds with the concepts that define science fiction. Delve into how science fiction approaches religion, from parody, to reimagining familiar biblical stories and characters in the scope of science fiction, to confronting existing religions and inventing new beliefs. You’ll also explore the opposite scenario, in which science fiction is used by religious writers to reaffirm religious beliefs, such as C.S. Lewis with his Space Trilogy.

     
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    003246. - In Process Record. - Title from title frames. - Film. - Originally produced by The Great Courses in 2016
  11. Science Fiction in the 19th Century
    Published: 2016
    Publisher:  The Great Courses, [San Francisco, California, USA] ; Kanopy Streaming

    Look at some of the most important names in 19th-century science fiction, including Poe, Verne, and Wells. From the books and stories they penned, the 20th-century science fiction story emerged. Explore select works from each author, gain the context... more

     

    Look at some of the most important names in 19th-century science fiction, including Poe, Verne, and Wells. From the books and stories they penned, the 20th-century science fiction story emerged. Explore select works from each author, gain the context to better understand their writings and lives, and learn how they influenced what we know as science fiction today.

     
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    003055. - In Process Record. - Title from title frames. - Film. - Originally produced by The Great Courses in 2016
  12. Science Fiction in the 21st Century
    Published: 2016
    Publisher:  The Great Courses, [San Francisco, California, USA] ; Kanopy Streaming

    Shift your attention to how science fiction grew through the last century into this one. Uncover how the genre has developed from having highly similar plots, audiences, and even authors, into a diverse field with international appreciation and... more

     

    Shift your attention to how science fiction grew through the last century into this one. Uncover how the genre has developed from having highly similar plots, audiences, and even authors, into a diverse field with international appreciation and ownership. Tour novels and stories featuring characters of all shapes and colors, written by authors of varying ethnicities, nationalities, and genders. Learn how they were received at the time of publication, and see the impact they had on later writers.

     
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    003025. - In Process Record. - Title from title frames. - Film. - Originally produced by The Great Courses in 2016
  13. Science Fiction Treatments of History
    Published: 2016
    Publisher:  The Great Courses, [San Francisco, California, USA] ; Kanopy Streaming

    We commonly think of science fiction as dealing with the future, but there is a fascinating subset of science fiction that looks at the past. Learn how science fiction writers often mix real-life history with fiction and invoke mechanisms such as... more

     

    We commonly think of science fiction as dealing with the future, but there is a fascinating subset of science fiction that looks at the past. Learn how science fiction writers often mix real-life history with fiction and invoke mechanisms such as time travel to explore alternate histories—looking at how the world might have been different had history gone another direction at pivotal points in our past. One illuminating example of this approach, Philip K. Dick’s The Man in the High Castle, was recently turned into a series by Amazon.

     
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    003346. - In Process Record. - Title from title frames. - Film. - Originally produced by The Great Courses in 2016
  14. Science Fiction’s New Wave
    Published: 2016
    Publisher:  The Great Courses, [San Francisco, California, USA] ; Kanopy Streaming

    In order to truly make a mark on the literary world, science fiction needed to develop a substantial body of work. In the 1950s and 1960s, see how authors such as J. G. Ballard defined and contributed to the New Wave. You’ll also visit the... more

     

    In order to truly make a mark on the literary world, science fiction needed to develop a substantial body of work. In the 1950s and 1960s, see how authors such as J. G. Ballard defined and contributed to the New Wave. You’ll also visit the anthologies of Michael Moorcock and Harlan Ellison to discuss whether they helped transform science fiction or reflected an existing shift that would have occurred regardless.

     
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    003016. - In Process Record. - Title from title frames. - Film. - Originally produced by The Great Courses in 2016
  15. Science Fiction’s Urban Landscapes
    Published: 2016
    Publisher:  The Great Courses, [San Francisco, California, USA] ; Kanopy Streaming

    While many science fiction stories take place in post-apocalyptic wastelands, deep in outer space, or on other planets, another common setting for science fiction is the futuristic city. Compare two different interpretations of urban landscapes,... more

     

    While many science fiction stories take place in post-apocalyptic wastelands, deep in outer space, or on other planets, another common setting for science fiction is the futuristic city. Compare two different interpretations of urban landscapes, looking first at the flying cars and enormous glass and steel buildings some stories envision, then the gritty, dark dystopia the cyberpunk era introduced. Also consider how depictions of the future cities address and reflect environmental issues, overpopulation concerns, draughts, and other current anxieties.

     
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    002800. - In Process Record. - Title from title frames. - Film. - Originally produced by The Great Courses in 2016
  16. The 1990s: The New Space Opera
    Published: 2016
    Publisher:  The Great Courses, [San Francisco, California, USA] ; Kanopy Streaming

    Space operas—mega-adventures that span galaxies and many pages—introduce complex and layered narratives with complicated characters who are often not immediately likeable. Professor Wolfe traces the components that comprise a space opera,... more

     

    Space operas—mega-adventures that span galaxies and many pages—introduce complex and layered narratives with complicated characters who are often not immediately likeable. Professor Wolfe traces the components that comprise a space opera, differentiating it from a regular series. Consider how these new space operas relate to—and differ from—classic space operas, and see how modern television and movies have captured mainstream success with the concept.

     
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    002928. - In Process Record. - Title from title frames. - Film. - Originally produced by The Great Courses in 2016
  17. The Artifact as a Science Fiction Icon
    Published: 2016
    Publisher:  The Great Courses, [San Francisco, California, USA] ; Kanopy Streaming

    The artifact in science fiction is typically a manufactured item with value, power, or mystery, which can be as small as a subatomic particle or as immense as the wormhole from the 2014 film Interstellar. Many science fiction stories grow around the... more

     

    The artifact in science fiction is typically a manufactured item with value, power, or mystery, which can be as small as a subatomic particle or as immense as the wormhole from the 2014 film Interstellar. Many science fiction stories grow around the search for an artifact, the protection of an artifact, or the quest to discover what meaning or use the artifact has. Explore how science fiction giants such as Arthur C. Clark, Larry Niven, Algis Budry, Gregory Benford, and others make use of the artifact.

     
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    002858. - In Process Record. - Title from title frames. - Film. - Originally produced by The Great Courses in 2016
  18. The Future of Science Fiction
    Published: 2016
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    Speculate with Professor Wolfe to consider how science fiction may be evolving in the future, as this genre is gaining popularity, acknowledgement, and recognition as an art form worthy of literary respect. Science fiction writers are topping the... more

     

    Speculate with Professor Wolfe to consider how science fiction may be evolving in the future, as this genre is gaining popularity, acknowledgement, and recognition as an art form worthy of literary respect. Science fiction writers are topping the best-seller lists, and many works of literary fiction now seamlessly weave in elements that half a century ago would have been dismissed as science fiction. As more people realize that science fiction stories reflect the same struggles, characters, and emotions we are familiar with in literary fiction—simply in unfamiliar environments—he shares his predictions of what this fascinating genre will continue to deliver.

     
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    003054. - In Process Record. - Title from title frames. - Film. - Originally produced by The Great Courses in 2016
  19. The Golden Age of Science Fiction Stories
    Published: 2016
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    After World War II, science fiction took a turn for the better. Learn how one pivotal magazine called Astounding Science Fiction helped change the tide on science fiction. Review the specific works, writers, and editors who contributed to the... more

     

    After World War II, science fiction took a turn for the better. Learn how one pivotal magazine called Astounding Science Fiction helped change the tide on science fiction. Review the specific works, writers, and editors who contributed to the resurgence of the science fiction. Uncover some of the little-known gems that shaped modern science fiction by reflecting society’s struggles, anxieties, and fears to capture a whole new audience.

     
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    003301. - In Process Record. - Title from title frames. - Film. - Originally produced by The Great Courses in 2016
  20. The Golden Age of the Science Fiction Novel
    Published: 2016
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    In 1950, the New York Times ran an article claiming that science fiction had graduated from pulp fiction to respectable hardcover books. Learn how this remarkable validation was brought to fruition, and see how television and radio helped propel the... more

     

    In 1950, the New York Times ran an article claiming that science fiction had graduated from pulp fiction to respectable hardcover books. Learn how this remarkable validation was brought to fruition, and see how television and radio helped propel the popularity of science fiction novels. Examine influential authors of novels during this decade, with an in-depth look at Ray Bradbury, Frederik Pohl and C. M. Kornbluth, and Arthur C. Clarke.

     
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    003113. - In Process Record. - Title from title frames. - Film. - Originally produced by The Great Courses in 2016
  21. The Rise of the Science Fiction Pulps
    Published: 2016
    Publisher:  The Great Courses, [San Francisco, California, USA] ; Kanopy Streaming

    Science fiction battled a long-standing bad reputation, born out of the "pulp era" in history. Survey the rise of pulp science fiction through serials, magazines, and short stories at the turn of the 20th century and through the 1950s. You’ll gain an... more

     

    Science fiction battled a long-standing bad reputation, born out of the "pulp era" in history. Survey the rise of pulp science fiction through serials, magazines, and short stories at the turn of the 20th century and through the 1950s. You’ll gain an appreciation of the obstacles the genre had to overcome through this period in history as Professor Wolfe highlights key authors who contributed to—and helped remedy—the pulp reputation.

     
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    003209. - In Process Record. - Title from title frames. - Film. - Originally produced by The Great Courses in 2016
  22. The Robot: From Capek to Asimov
    Published: 2016
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    Robots are a common theme in science fiction, but why? Professor Wolfe introduces you to Karel Capek, who adapted the word "robot" from a Czech word meaning "forced labor." Witness the evolution of this concept in science fiction throughout... more

     

    Robots are a common theme in science fiction, but why? Professor Wolfe introduces you to Karel Capek, who adapted the word "robot" from a Czech word meaning "forced labor." Witness the evolution of this concept in science fiction throughout history—including the introduction of the android, existential questions about the nature of cyborgs, and the consequences of robots who think.

     
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    003219. - In Process Record. - Title from title frames. - Film. - Originally produced by The Great Courses in 2016
  23. The Science Fiction Wasteland
    Published: 2016
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    Not all science fiction predicts technology-driven modern futures. Look at the stories over time that foreshadowed a desolate and bleak future, ravaged by environmental issues, plagues, or cataclysmic events. Examine the five components of... more

     

    Not all science fiction predicts technology-driven modern futures. Look at the stories over time that foreshadowed a desolate and bleak future, ravaged by environmental issues, plagues, or cataclysmic events. Examine the five components of apocalyptic stories, the various paradoxes the wasteland-style novels predict or reflect, and some stellar examples from this often bleak subgenre.

     
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    003125. - In Process Record. - Title from title frames. - Film. - Originally produced by The Great Courses in 2016
  24. The Spaceship as a Science Fiction Icon
    Published: 2016
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    Science fiction is known for distinguishing elements: artificial intelligence, time travel, aliens, outer space, and more. Delve into one of the more iconic components of science fiction—the spaceship. Learn how the spaceship is portrayed in some of... more

     

    Science fiction is known for distinguishing elements: artificial intelligence, time travel, aliens, outer space, and more. Delve into one of the more iconic components of science fiction—the spaceship. Learn how the spaceship is portrayed in some of the most famous stories, as well as lesser-known works. Consider how stories of space exploration parallel and reflect the realities in which they are written.

     
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    003212. - In Process Record. - Title from title frames. - Film. - Originally produced by The Great Courses in 2016
  25. Utopian Dreams and Dystopian Nightmares
    Published: 2016
    Publisher:  The Great Courses, [San Francisco, California, USA] ; Kanopy Streaming

    One intriguing theme presented in science fiction is the concept of utopia and dystopia—and how remarkably similar these two seeming opposites can be. Explore the fundamental questions of "Can our lives be better?" and "Can our lives be worse?" Take... more

     

    One intriguing theme presented in science fiction is the concept of utopia and dystopia—and how remarkably similar these two seeming opposites can be. Explore the fundamental questions of "Can our lives be better?" and "Can our lives be worse?" Take an in-depth look at some of the most poignant portrayals of utopian and dystopian societies and the social contexts that inspired them.

     
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    Source: Union catalogues
    Language: English
    Media type: Book
    Format: Online
    Subjects: Literatur; Education, Primary; Literature
    Scope: 1 online resource (streaming video file) (33 minutes), digital, .flv file, sound
    Notes:

    003204. - In Process Record. - Title from title frames. - Film. - Originally produced by The Great Courses in 2016