Galactic empires
Neil Clarke
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Galactic empires
by Neil Clarke
Published
2017
Publisher
Night Shade Books
Pages
621
ISBN-13
9781597808842
ISBN-10
1597808849
Description
"Neil Clarke, publisher of the award-winning Clarkesworld magazine, presents a collection of thought-provoking and galaxy-spanning array of galactic short science fiction. From E. E. "Doc" Smith's Lensman, to George Lucas' Star Wars, the politics and process of Empire have been a major subject of science fiction's galaxy-spanning fictions. The idiom of the Galactic Empire allows science fiction writers to ask (and answer) questions that are shorn of contemporary political ideologies and allegiances. This simple narrative slight of hand allows readers and writers to see questions and answers from new and different perspectives. The stories in this book do just that. What social, political, and economic issues do the organizing structure of "empire" address? Often the size, shape, and fates of empires are determined not only by individuals, but by geography, natural forces, and technology. As the speed of travel and rates of effective communication increase, so too does the size and reach of an Imperial bureaucracy."--
Frequently Asked Questions
How many pages are in Galactic empires?
This edition of Galactic empires has approximately 621 pages. Please note, this is an estimate and the exact page count can vary between hardcover, paperback, and e-book versions.
How long does it take to read Galactic empires?
For most readers, Galactic empires typically takes between 12h 56m and 8h 38m to complete. This is based on the book's length of approximately 155,250 words and common reading speeds.
Here's a detailed breakdown: • Continuous reading at 250 WPM: approximately 10h 21m of focused reading • Casual reading (30 minutes/day): you could finish in roughly 21 days • Estimated word count: 155,250 words
Your individual reading time will vary based on your personal reading pace, the amount of daily reading time, and your familiarity with the subject matter.
What is the word count of Galactic empires?
The estimated word count for Galactic empires is approximately 155,250 words. This figure is calculated using industry-standard methods that consider genre-specific word density patterns, typical formatting and layout characteristics, and standard words-per-page ratios for published books.
This is an approximation — actual word count may vary based on font size, formatting, edition, and the presence of illustrations or charts.
Who is the author of Galactic empires?
Galactic empires was written by Neil Clarke.
When was Galactic empires published?
The publication date for this specific edition is 2017. The original work may have been published on a different date.