The Illustrated Man
by Ray Bradbury
Taste attributes: science fictionhorrorfresh & originalunsavouryimaginarysurrealglossysocial commentarysolving the riddle/not as it seemsself destruction/implosion
Boxlist takeOtherworldly and inventive: an unsavoury science-fiction novel, glossy rather than gritty. Best if you like surprises over comfort.
Pace: balanced · Originality: fresh · Tone: dark · Weight: balanced · Realism: imaginary world · Story: balanced · Structure: balanced · Look: glossy · Scale: balanced · Emotional punch: balancedHow we score
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4.1 / 5
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About This Book
The Illustrated Man is a 1951 collection of eighteen science fiction short stories by American writer Ray Bradbury. A recurring theme throughout the eighteen stories is the conflict of the cold mechanics of technology and the psychology of people. It was nominated for the International Fantasy Award in 1952.
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- Ray Bradbury
- Published
- 1951
- Pages
- 251
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