John Rieder (1) (1952–)

Interesting and informative discussion of early Science Fiction and how Colonialism is an important factor in the stories. Rieder discusses various themes (Lost Races, Dramas of Interpretation, Artificial Humans, and Catastrophes) and the impact of the colonial mindset on these works. Several well known works are discussed, but perhaps even better lesser known works are covered as well, providing a nice reading list for those interested in early science fiction, warts and all. This book is show more part of the Wesleyan Press' Early Classics of Science Fiction series, and like pretty much all works in that series is well worth reading. show less