I first read Martian Chronicles many years ago as a teenager, and at that time I just didn't appreciate it. I recently reread the book, and now realize what a beautiful writer Bradbury was. I'm slowly working my way through the rest of his books now and enjoying every on of them.
the martian chronicles has to be the most poetic piece of sci-fi I've ever read. it touches on so much - war, colonization, racism, etc. - and does it through pulpy stories about golden-eyed aliens and madmen. it's genius.
Nice list! I respect the inclusion and placement of Sirens of Titan. Love that book. The only critique I would have is I feel like this list could've used some Alfred Bester. Either The Demolished Man or The Stars My Destination.
Nice video, though I disagree with Number 9. Have you ever read any books by the Strugatsky brothers? They have a really popular one called "Roadside Picnic" - but I'd argue their best work is severely underrated. It's called "The Doomed City" - and it's my favorite book from them, and it is probably my favorite book ever. They have a really magical writing style in all their other books (snail on the slope, monday begins on saturday), but "Roadside Picnic" and "The Doomed City" are much more grounded in reality. I don't really see "The Doomed City" being discussed anywhere, and I spent a lot of time trying to find information on it - it's just a shame that not many people have read it.
Woa, I know of Roadside Picnic, but I wasn't aware of The Doomed City, I'll definitely add it to my reading list, maybe if I do a 70s list in the future I may add some of their work, thank you for watching!
I first read Martian Chronicles many years ago as a teenager, and at that time I just didn't appreciate it. I recently reread the book, and now realize what a beautiful writer Bradbury was. I'm slowly working my way through the rest of his books now and enjoying every on of them.
Glad you gave it another try, such a wonderful book!
the martian chronicles has to be the most poetic piece of sci-fi I've ever read. it touches on so much - war, colonization, racism, etc. - and does it through pulpy stories about golden-eyed aliens and madmen. it's genius.
It's that balance between pulp and poetry that makes it so unforgettable, among many other reasons, let's call it pulpy poetry. Thanks for watching!
Nice list! I respect the inclusion and placement of Sirens of Titan. Love that book. The only critique I would have is I feel like this list could've used some Alfred Bester. Either The Demolished Man or The Stars My Destination.
Unusual choice for Asimov. I Robot was influential, or the massive Foundation series. Curiously missing from your list is Dune.
Dune was written in 60s
Nice video, though I disagree with Number 9. Have you ever read any books by the Strugatsky brothers? They have a really popular one called "Roadside Picnic" - but I'd argue their best work is severely underrated. It's called "The Doomed City" - and it's my favorite book from them, and it is probably my favorite book ever. They have a really magical writing style in all their other books (snail on the slope, monday begins on saturday), but "Roadside Picnic" and "The Doomed City" are much more grounded in reality. I don't really see "The Doomed City" being discussed anywhere, and I spent a lot of time trying to find information on it - it's just a shame that not many people have read it.
Woa, I know of Roadside Picnic, but I wasn't aware of The Doomed City, I'll definitely add it to my reading list, maybe if I do a 70s list in the future I may add some of their work, thank you for watching!
Great list, there are a few titles Im not familiar with at all. More dancing dogs!
There can never be enough dancing dogs!
l like your heartwarming voice and the excellent introduction of all the books ：）
Thank you! I try my best.
Love "The Illustrated Man". Some of those stories would make great adaptations for "Love, Death and Robots"
Would love to see them in animation style, that's a great idea, actually!
That was very thoughtful. Thanks.
Glad you enjoyed it, thanks for watching!