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  • Of Aliens, Prometheus and sci-fi

    Mon, 21 May 2012 14:40

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    Here at Book Depository HQ, we are in a Prometheus state of mind; the upcoming film by Ridley Scott has us equally exited and terrified. Originally meant to be a prequel to the Alien films, Scott decided to take it to a new level. Taking its cue from Alien's legacy, Prometheus promises to take us on a walk around its own universe and explore its own mythology and ideas. The well-thought-out viral marketing activities around the movie have opened the gates to a flood of discussions, estimations and alien thoughts.

    Sci-fi literature offers a rich tapestry of alternate universes, cosmic creatures and even intergalactic romance. From the early days of H. G. Wells's The War of the Worlds to the shiny world of Star Wars, the 'other' creatures have inspired a plethora of filmmakers, writers, artists and, of course, readers. Here are some of our favourite books that tackle the subject of aliens and even the question of human existence itself! We unfortunately can't offer you a guest appearance by Michael Fassbender as an android, but Prometheus itself will more than satisfy that need. Prepare yourselves for some good ol' mind-bending fun...

    Posted by Anna Anna

    Categories: science fiction, Alien, Prometheus, entertainment

    Permalink: Of-Aliens-and-sci-fi

    Comments

    1. cheapnike's avatar cheapnike

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    2. Justin Leong's avatar Justin Leong

      Your list leaves out "The Mote in God's Eye" by Niven and Pournelle that no less an authority than Robert Heinlein described as "possibly the finest science fiction novel I have ever read", and has been described as one of the finest examinations of human-alien first contact ever written.

      Posted Fri, 08 Jun 2012 04:01 Mark as unsuitable?
    3. Anna's avatar Anna

      I'm sure it will be a very satisfying treat! :)

      Posted Tue, 22 May 2012 15:21 Mark as unsuitable?
    4. Titanilla P's avatar Titanilla P

      I can't wait either! This will be my present to myself after my exam on the 8th.

      Posted Mon, 21 May 2012 16:21 Mark as unsuitable?

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