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Pub. Date
[2013]
Accelerated Reader
IL: MG+ - BL: 8.2 - AR Pts: 13
Description
Go deeper into the complexities of Orson Scott Card's classic novel with science fiction and fantasy writers, YA authors, military strategists, including: Aaron Johnston on Ender and the evolution of the child hero; Matt Nix on Ender's Game as a guide to life, and Neal Shusterman on the ambivalence toward survival that lies at the heart of Ender's story.
Series
Pub. Date
2008.
Description
"From the original publication of Dune in 1965 to the recent release of Sandworms of Dune, the Dune series has entranced generations of readers with its complex plotting, fascinating characters, grand scope ... and incredible scientific predictions. Dune is perhaps the first science fiction novel to consider the sciences of ecology and anthropology while at the same time providing novel predictions in the realms of biology, quantum physics, engineering,...
Pub. Date
[2019]
Description
""Science fiction and fantasy are often thought of as stereotypically male genres, yet both have a long and celebrated history of female creators, characters, and fans. In particular, the science fiction and fantasy heroine is a recognized figure made popular in media such as Alien, The Terminator, and Buffy, The Vampire Slayer. Though imperfect, she is strong and definitely does not need to be saved by a man. This figure has had an undeniable influence...