FOLLOW the story of science fiction from 1927 onwards, told through original newspaper reports as they were published at the time. From Metropolis in 1927, to the innovative sci-fi of the 1950s and 1960s, the release of Star Wars in 1977, and the reinvention of Battlestar Galactica in 2004. Choose from a range of book covers and personalise your book with a name and message to create a lasting keepsake. A piece of sci-fi history to gift, share, and relive.
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STEP into the story of science fiction with a book of authentic newspaper articles, curated by Historic Newspapers. This edition documents key milestones in sci-fi movies and TV shows — exactly as they were reported at the time. Relive key moments, including:
– The groundbreaking release of the movie Metropolis in 1927
– The innovative sci-fi movies and television shows of the 1950s and 1960s
– The release of Star Wars, the movie that changed it all, in 1977
– The reinvention of Battlestar Galactica in 2004
Choose from a range of book covers and personalise your copy with a name and message to create a unique keepsake. Whether for a sci-fi fan, a movie enthusiast, or someone who remembers it all first-hand — you hold not just a gift, but a piece of sci-fi history ready to be passed on.
Archivist insight: We reproduce these newspaper articles from scan archives. In some cases, there’ll be blemishes and the reproduction quality might not be as clear or precise as it was in the original paper.
Origin: printed in the UK
Cover: Hardback
Size: Tabloid (29.8cm x 36.4cm)
Pages: 170+
Paper source: our books use responsibly sourced paper from FSC (Forest Stewardship Council) certified paper manufacturers.
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