Description
Condition: BRAND NEW
ISBN: 9780141394596
Format: B-format paperback
Year: 2014
Publisher: Penguin UK
Pages: 304
Dive into the extraordinary universe of 'The Cyberiad', a remarkable collection of fantastical short stories by the renowned author Stanislaw Lem. In this brilliant B-format paperback published by Penguin UK, Lem challenges the very fabric of reality, space, and language. Join Trurl and Klapaucius, two ingenious constructors, as they embark on an anarchic and darkly comic odyssey across the cosmos, creating awe-inspiring machines and engaging with bizarre civilizations.
This spellbinding book is not just a journey; it's an exploration of imagined civilizations that blend humor and philosophy, making it a must-read for lovers of science fiction and imaginative literature. Readers will find echoes of classics like 'Gulliver's Travels', 'The Hitchhiker's Guide to the Galaxy', and 'Alice in Wonderland', all wrapped in Lem's unique storytelling style. Each page of 'The Cyberiad' invites you into a world of charming, mind-bending concepts that challenge your perception of the universe. Featuring the original hallucinatory illustrations by Daniel Mroz, this edition enhances your reading experience, making it an ideal gift for fans of speculative fiction.
As you explore the depths of cosmic consciousness and existential reflections, get ready for a reading experience that embraces both amusement and profound insights. Perfect for your bookshelf, this vibrant, fresh edition will captivate both seasoned readers and newcomers alike. Order now for prompt delivery and immerse yourself in this timeless masterpiece of speculative fiction.
Condition: BRAND NEW
ISBN: 9780141394596
Format: B-format paperback
Year: 2014
Publisher: Penguin UK
Pages: 304
Description:
In these fantastical short stories, Stanislaw Lem rewrites the laws of reality, space and language itself to take us on an anarchic and darkly comic journey through a newly imagined universe.
A charming, mind-bending and anarchic book of imagined civilizations
'Most cosmic civilizations long for things, in the depths of their souls, they would never openly admit to...'
Trurl and Klapaucius are 'constructors' - they travel around the universe creating machines of astonishing inventiveness and power and visiting a bewildering variety of violent, peculiar and morose civilizations. The Cyberiad is oddly reminiscent of Gulliver's Travels, The Hitchhiker's Guide to the Galaxy, The Phantom Tollbooth and Alice in Wonderland. Charming, mind-bending and anarchic, it is perhaps Lem's greatest work. This edition includes all of Daniel Mroz's hallucinatory original illustrations.
ISBN: 9780141394596
Format: B-format paperback
Year: 2014
Publisher: Penguin UK
Pages: 304
Dive into the extraordinary universe of 'The Cyberiad', a remarkable collection of fantastical short stories by the renowned author Stanislaw Lem. In this brilliant B-format paperback published by Penguin UK, Lem challenges the very fabric of reality, space, and language. Join Trurl and Klapaucius, two ingenious constructors, as they embark on an anarchic and darkly comic odyssey across the cosmos, creating awe-inspiring machines and engaging with bizarre civilizations.
This spellbinding book is not just a journey; it's an exploration of imagined civilizations that blend humor and philosophy, making it a must-read for lovers of science fiction and imaginative literature. Readers will find echoes of classics like 'Gulliver's Travels', 'The Hitchhiker's Guide to the Galaxy', and 'Alice in Wonderland', all wrapped in Lem's unique storytelling style. Each page of 'The Cyberiad' invites you into a world of charming, mind-bending concepts that challenge your perception of the universe. Featuring the original hallucinatory illustrations by Daniel Mroz, this edition enhances your reading experience, making it an ideal gift for fans of speculative fiction.
As you explore the depths of cosmic consciousness and existential reflections, get ready for a reading experience that embraces both amusement and profound insights. Perfect for your bookshelf, this vibrant, fresh edition will captivate both seasoned readers and newcomers alike. Order now for prompt delivery and immerse yourself in this timeless masterpiece of speculative fiction.
Condition: BRAND NEW
ISBN: 9780141394596
Format: B-format paperback
Year: 2014
Publisher: Penguin UK
Pages: 304
Description:
In these fantastical short stories, Stanislaw Lem rewrites the laws of reality, space and language itself to take us on an anarchic and darkly comic journey through a newly imagined universe.
A charming, mind-bending and anarchic book of imagined civilizations
'Most cosmic civilizations long for things, in the depths of their souls, they would never openly admit to...'
Trurl and Klapaucius are 'constructors' - they travel around the universe creating machines of astonishing inventiveness and power and visiting a bewildering variety of violent, peculiar and morose civilizations. The Cyberiad is oddly reminiscent of Gulliver's Travels, The Hitchhiker's Guide to the Galaxy, The Phantom Tollbooth and Alice in Wonderland. Charming, mind-bending and anarchic, it is perhaps Lem's greatest work. This edition includes all of Daniel Mroz's hallucinatory original illustrations.