{"product_id":"brilliant-void-a-selection-of-classic-irish-science-fiction","title":"Brilliant Void: A Selection of Classic Irish Science Fiction","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cblockquote\u003eThis collection of short stories explores the impact of science and technology on Irish society in the 19th and 20th centuries, highlighting the darkly funny side of this transformation. \u003c\/blockquote\u003e\u003cp\u003e                                                            \u003cstrong\u003eFormat\u003c\/strong\u003e: Paperback \/ softback\u003cbr\u003e                              \u003cstrong\u003eLength\u003c\/strong\u003e: 280 pages\u003cbr\u003e                              \u003cstrong\u003ePublication date\u003c\/strong\u003e: 16 November 2018\u003cbr\u003e                              \u003cstrong\u003ePublisher\u003c\/strong\u003e: Tramp Press\u003cbr\u003e                          \u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e\u003cbr\u003eA remarkable collection of fifteen darkly humorous stories, this book delves into a lesser-known facet of Irish literary history, shedding light on the transformative impact of science and technology during the 19th and 20th centuries in Ireland. As the winds of change swept across the country, Ireland underwent a profound transformation, shaping its life, love, death, crime, war, and even history itself.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eThe stories in this collection capture the essence of this era of rapid change, offering a unique perspective on the lives of ordinary people caught in the midst of societal upheaval. From an astronomer who challenges an emperor to a hunter pursuing the last dinosaur through a remote rainforest, to a young Kerryman who emigrates to the Moon in search of his fortune, these tales are filled with wit, humor, and unexpected twists.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eThrough their vivid narratives, the stories in this book illuminate the ways in which science and technology have shaped the world around us, as well as the human experiences that have been impacted by these advancements. They offer a glimpse into the complexities of human nature, the challenges of navigating unfamiliar environments, and the search for meaning and purpose in a rapidly changing world.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eWhether you are a fan of Irish literature or simply seeking a fresh and entertaining perspective on the history of science and technology, this book is sure to captivate and delight. Its fifteen darkly funny stories provide a glimpse into a side of Irish literary history that is often overlooked, and its themes of transformation, innovation, and human resilience are as relevant today as they were in the past.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e                            \u003cstrong\u003eWeight\u003c\/strong\u003e: 364g                            \u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDimension\u003c\/strong\u003e: 139 x 215 x 20 (mm)                            \u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eISBN-13\u003c\/strong\u003e: 9781999700850                                                      \u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Shulph Ink","offers":[{"title":"Paperback \/ softback","offer_id":44105483288826,"sku":"9781999700850","price":8.57,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0522\/4297\/2845\/products\/607e5987a244e7f8622f22320dedb27c.jpg?v=1626060423","url":"https:\/\/shulphink.com\/products\/brilliant-void-a-selection-of-classic-irish-science-fiction","provider":"Shulph Ink","version":"1.0","type":"link"}