{"title":"Series: Parallel Futures","description":"\u003cp\u003eWelcome to the enigmatic world of \u003cem\u003eParallel Futures\u003c\/em\u003e, a captivating collection in the realm of Sci-Fi \u0026amp; Fantasy that promises to transport you across time and dimensions. Intriguing and thought-provoking, these stories explore the intersections between technology and humanity, and challenge our perceptions of reality.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eWithin this collection, you will find works like \u003cstrong\u003eHybrid Child\u003c\/strong\u003e, which delves into the tantalising possibilities of a future where human and artificial life forms blend seamlessly. Each book weaves a narrative that is both imaginative and reflective, inviting readers to ponder on the potential paths our world might take.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eIdeal for those who relish speculative fiction, the \u003cem\u003eParallel Futures\u003c\/em\u003e series offers a vision of what could be, holding a mirror to today's technological advancements and societal issues. So embark on this journey and explore realities where the familiar meets the fantastical, prompting you to question what it truly means to be human.\u003c\/p\u003e","products":[{"product_id":"hybrid-child-by-mariko-ohara-9781517904906","title":"Hybrid Child","description":"\u003cdiv class=\"book-description\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe child as mother, the mother as monster, the monster as hero: this shape-shifting story of nourishment, nurture, and parturition is a rare feminist work of speculative fiction and received the prestigious Seiun (Nebula) Award in 1991.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eMariko Ohara's \u003cem\u003eHybrid Child\u003c\/em\u003e is the first English translation of a major work of science fiction by a female Japanese author.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"NewSouth Books","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":46458844086508,"sku":"9781517904906","price":32.0,"currency_code":"NZD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0705\/7784\/8556\/files\/11813943482728.jpg?v=1747775385"}],"url":"https:\/\/bookhero.co.nz\/collections\/series-parallel-futures.oembed","provider":"Book Hero","version":"1.0","type":"link"}