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Cyberpunk: A Visual Guide to the History, Philosophy, Literature, Films, and Aesthetics of Sci-Fi's Most Influential Genre.
Paperback
Series: Imagined History and Digital Futures, Book 2
ISBN13: 9786598718824
Publisher: Gargoyle Collective
Published: May 23 2025
Pages: 186
Weight: 1.31
Height: 0.51 Width: 8.50 Depth: 11.00
Language: English
From the visionary worlds created by William Gibson and Bruce Sterling, to cinematic masterpieces by Ridley Scott and the Wachowskis, this book combines literature, film, philosophy, and art in an unprecedented exploration. It traces the genre's roots, global influences, and enduring appeal, unveiling how cyberpunk moved beyond fiction to become a lens through which we see our increasingly complex reality.
Far more than just an aesthetic, cyberpunk asks the hard questions: What makes us human in an era of artificial intelligence? How do we protect freedom when surveillance is everywhere? What happens when technology transforms our identities, relationships, and societies? With clarity, depth, and visual beauty, this book invites you on a thought-provoking journey into the heart of these questions, revealing why cyberpunk matters more today than ever before.
Overflowing with hundreds of vivid illustrations, conceptual artworks, and iconic scenes worldwide, Cyberpunk: Dystopian Futures is as much a visual treasure as it is an intellectual adventure. It celebrates the rebels, hackers, artists, and dreamers who continue to redefine how we envision the future, reminding us that the line between dystopian fiction and our lived reality has never been thinner.
Whether you're a longtime fan looking for deeper insights, a curious newcomer eager to explore cyberpunk's fascinating worlds, or simply someone captivated by how science fiction shapes our collective imagination, this book will transport, challenge, and inspire you.
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