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The Steampunk User's Manual
An Illustrated Practical and Whimsical Guide to Creating Retro-futurist Dreams
1 of 1 copy available
Whether you're a newbie to the world of Steampunk, or a long-time enthusiast of airships, goggles, and mad scientists, The Steampunk User's Manual is essential reading. The popular subgenre of science fiction has grown into a cultural movement; one that invites fans to let their imaginations go wild.
In this volume, Jeff VanderMeer—the renowned expert in all things Steampunk—presents a practical and inspirational guidance for finding your own path into this realm. Including sections on art, fashion, architecture, crafts, music, performance, and storytelling, The Steampunk User's Manual provides a conceptual how-to guide on everything from the utterly doable to the completely over-the-top.
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Release date
March 31, 2022 -
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Kindle Book
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OverDrive Read
- ISBN: 9781613127087
- File size: 54701 KB
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PDF ebook
- ISBN: 9781613127087
- File size: 92991 KB
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Languages
- English
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Reviews
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November 15, 2014
Sf author VanderMeer's first comprehensive work on steampunk, The Steampunk Bible, focused on the subgenre's culture, from its history and technology to the art, fashion, and music that is associated with the category. This new volume, with coauthor Boskovich (contributor to The Steampunk Bible), covers the same variety but this time emphasizes the creative aspect of the field by providing ample information for the DIY crowd. Detailed plans for producing many of the artifacts identified with steampunk are generously illustrated with colorful, voluminous photos of resourceful art and paraphernalia. Five chapters offer directions and advice for the aspiring steampunk artist, fashion designer, musician and performer, and/or potential author. Each section provides examples of professional work and guidance on how to enhance your flair for the genus. VERDICT Though the covers and layout of both titles are very alike, this volume adds to the earlier one with its concentration on the DIY audience. With an easy-to-browse format and an index for handy reference, this title will work in either the circulating or the reference collection.--Deb West, Gannon Univ. Lib., Erie, PA
Copyright 2014 Library Journal, LLC Used with permission.
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