Books matching: short form storytelling
4 result(s)
- #1
Save:Cruel Shoes by Steve Martin is a collection of short stories that showcases Martin's absurdist sense of humor. The stories range from funny and entertaining to confusing and thought-provoking, with some readers finding the humor to be dangerously funny. The book is described as a mix of surrealism, absurdity, and wit, with each story being short, to the point, and filled with unexpected twists and turns.
- #2
Save:'Miniatures' by John Scalzi is a collection of very short stories, each under 2,000 words, showcasing Scalzi's signature humor and wit. The stories cover a variety of topics, from alien encounters and Pluto's perspective to humorous takes on everyday life scenarios. Scalzi's writing style is fast-paced, punchy, and to the point, often resembling news articles, memos, or interview transcripts. The stories entertain and amuse, offering a glimpse into human interactions with aliens or intelligent machinery in a lighthearted manner.
- #3
Save:In "Bones of the Earth," Michael Swanwick presents a time travel tale where palaeontologists are given the opportunity to study dinosaurs in their natural habitat. The book explores the complexities of time travel, the mysteries of the Mesozoic era, and the ethical dilemmas that arise when knowledge of the past can alter the future. The plot twists and surprising developments unfold swiftly, showcasing Swanwick's inventiveness and literary ability. Despite the intricate narrative threads and time travel paradoxes, the author manages to create a compelling storyline that delves into themes of scientific endeavor and evolution.
If the whole tangled affair could be said to have a beginning at all, it began on that cold, blustery afternoon in late October when the man with the Igloo cooler walked into Richard Leyster's office.... - #4
Save:'The Wandering Earth' by Liu Cixin is a collection of science fiction short stories that explore a variety of future scenarios, ranging from cautiously optimistic to dark and deeply pessimistic. The stories delve into themes of the fate and future of Earth and humanity, presenting jaw-dropping ideas and imaginative concepts. The writing style is reminiscent of classic science fiction authors like Asimov and Clarke, focusing on big ideas and exploration of speculative scenarios, sometimes at the expense of character development.
The Reining lasted for 42 years, three years longer than the Unity Government had projected. My mother once told me about the time our family witnessed the last sunset. The Sun had ever so slowly crep...
