Books like The Big Book of Science Fiction by Ann VanderMeer

The Big Book of Science Fiction compiles a wide range of genre contributions, from early pioneers like H. G. Wells and Arthur C. Clarke to contemporary writers such as Octavia E. Butler and Kurt Vonnegut. It also presents a century of lesser‑known authors from more than twenty‑five countries, many of whom have never been translated into English. Readers are invited to explore planetary settings—from Mars to Mechanopolis, and beyond Earth's borders—within works that have predicted technologies such as electric cars, space tourism and smartphones. The collection includes classic space opera, hard science fiction, cyberpunk, and New Wave stories. Compiled by literary power couple Ann and Jeff VanderMeer, this anthology offers both historical context and fresh voices, allowing readers to trace the evolution of science fiction and the imaginative worlds that have inspired generations.

First publish date: 2016