{"title":"Megan Prelinger","description":"\u003cp\u003eMegan Prelinger is a fascinating author who brings history to life in unexpected ways. Her work often blurs the lines between genres to explore themes tied to science, technology, and cultural history. With a keen eye for detail and a passion for discovering untold stories, she digs deep into archives to unearth narratives that captivate and educate her readers.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eOne of Prelinger's notable works, \u003cem\u003eAnother Science Fiction\u003c\/em\u003e, stands out in its innovative approach to chronicling the visual and cultural history of America's aerospace industry during the mid-20th century. By delving into vintage advertisements and promotional materials, she offers a unique perspective on how science fiction influenced the real-world ambitions of space exploration.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eIf you're intrigued by the intersection of technology and culture, or have a passion for adventure and travel, Megan Prelinger's books promise a compelling journey through time and imagination. Dive into her collection at our bookstore to explore more of her expertly researched and thoughtfully written narratives.\u003c\/p\u003e","products":[{"product_id":"another-science-fiction-by-megan-prelinger-9780922233359","title":"Another Science Fiction","description":"\u003cdiv class=\"book-description\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe late 1950s and early '60s were the golden age of science fiction, an era when the farthest reaches of imagination were fed by the technological breakthroughs of the postwar years. While science fiction writers expressed the dreams and nightmares of the era in pulp print, real-life rocket engineers worked on making space travel a reality.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eThe imaginations of many Cold War scientists were fed by science fiction literature, and companies often promoted their future capabilities with fantastical, colourful visions aimed at luring young engineers into their booming workforce. In between the dry articles of trade journals, a new visual vernacular sprang up. Aerospace industry ads pitched the idea that we lived in a moment where anything was possible—gravity was history, and soon so would be the confines of our solar system.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003ci\u003eAnother Science Fiction\u003c\/i\u003e presents nearly 200 entertaining, intriguing, inspiring, and mind-boggling pieces of space-age eye candy.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"Unknown","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":47072126402796,"sku":"9780922233359","price":64.99,"currency_code":"NZD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0705\/7784\/8556\/files\/f922b6787b220c653dd6120f31a10659.jpg?v=1765104214"}],"url":"https:\/\/bookhero.live\/collections\/megan-prelinger.oembed","provider":"Book Hero","version":"1.0","type":"link"}