Brave new words : the Oxford dictionary of science fiction
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Oxford ; New York : Oxford University Press, c2007.
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xxxi, 342 pages ; 25 cm.
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| Location | Call Number | Status |
|---|---|---|
| Great Bend Public Library - NON-FICTION | 809.387 Brave | On Shelf |
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Published
Oxford ; New York : Oxford University Press, c2007.
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Book
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English
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Includes bibliographical references (p. 281-342).
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Access restricted to authorized Oxford Reference Online subscribers only
Description
The first historical dictionary devoted to science fiction. It shows the development of science-fiction words and their associated concepts over time, with full citations and bibliographic information. Citations are drawn from science-fiction books and magazines, fanzines, screenplays, newspapers, comics, folk songs, and the Internet. The dictionary reveals how many words we consider to be everyday expressions, like "space shuttle", "blast off", and "robot", have their roots in imaginative literature and not in hard science. It also charts the transfer of science-fiction vocabulary to different subcultures and endeavours, such as neo-paganism, aerospace, computers, and environmentalism.--From publisher's description.
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Also available in print form.
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Digitized and made available by: Oxford reference online premium.
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Mode of access: World Wide Web.
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$29.95
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APA Citation, 7th Edition (style guide)
Prucher, J. (2007). Brave new words: the Oxford dictionary of science fiction . Oxford University Press.
Chicago / Turabian - Author Date Citation, 17th Edition (style guide)Prucher, Jeff. 2007. Brave New Words: The Oxford Dictionary of Science Fiction. Oxford University Press.
Chicago / Turabian - Humanities (Notes and Bibliography) Citation, 17th Edition (style guide)Prucher, Jeff. Brave New Words: The Oxford Dictionary of Science Fiction Oxford University Press, 2007.
MLA Citation, 9th Edition (style guide)Prucher, Jeff. Brave New Words: The Oxford Dictionary of Science Fiction Oxford University Press, 2007.
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