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Science fiction stories

By Edward Blishen

What happens when aliens, robots and daring inventions make the future stranger than anyone imagined?

imaginative thrilling thought-provoking classic

Genres

Science Fiction Classics Adventure

What is Science fiction stories about?

This illustrated anthology brings together twenty imaginative science-fiction stories and extracts from classic novels. Travel through space, encounter strange worlds, meet aliens and robots, and witness inventions that challenge what it means to be human. Featuring stories by writers including H. G. Wells, Jules Verne, Isaac Asimov, Ray Bradbury and Arthur C. Clarke, the collection introduces young readers to both famous authors and exciting new possibilities. Some tales are thrilling, some thought-provoking, and all invite you to imagine the future.

About the author

Edward Blishen was a British author and teacher who loved sharing stories with children. He is well known for his book 'The God Beneath the Sea', which retells Greek myths in an exciting way. Edward enjoyed inspiring young readers to explore magical worlds through his writing and believed that books could bring adventures to everyone.

Pages

253 pages

Reading age

Older Junior (10-15)

This edition

1988

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