Flash Forward

Name: Flash Forward
Brand: Thames and Hudson (Australia) Pty Ltd
SKU: 9781419745478
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An Illustrated Guide to Possible (And Not So Possible) Tomorrows

By Rose Eveleth

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Flash Forward: An Illustrated Guide to Possible (And Not So Possible) Tomorrows explores potential futures through a unique blend of speculative fiction and fact. Hosted by Rose Eveleth, the book features imaginative comics by twelve leading graphic artists, each presenting a vision of the future based on themes close to their hearts. The comics are followed by essays that distinguish fantasy from emerging realities, inspired by interviews with experts. This vivid and thoughtful work delves into the complexities and consequences of technological advances, presenting a future that is as strange and incredible as it is uncertain.
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Flash Forward is ideal for readers interested in graphic novels with a speculative edge, fans of thought-provoking science and technology discussions, and those who enjoy exploring ethical and societal implications through visual storytelling. It suits a mature audience keen on imagining diverse futures beyond conventional narratives.

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An exploration of potential tomorrows from the host of the massively popular and critically acclaimed podcast Flash Forward

Flash Forward: An Illustrated Guide to Possible (And Not So Possible) Tomorrows takes readers on a journey from speculative fiction to speculative "fact". Producer and host of the podcast Flash Forward, Rose Eveleth poses provocative questions about our future, which are brought to life by 12 of the most imaginative comics and graphic artists at work, including Matt Lubchansky, Sophie Goldstein, Ben Passmore, and Box Brown.

Each artist chooses a subject close to their heart—Ignatz Award nominee Julia Gfrörer, for instance, will imagine a future in which robots make art—and presents their chosen future in their own style.

Drawing on her interviews with experts in various fields of study, Eveleth will then report on what is complete fantasy and what is only just out of reach in insightful essays following the comics. This book introduces compelling visions of the future and vividly explores the human consequences of developing technologies.

Flash Forward reveals how complicated, messy, incredible, frightening, and strange our future might be.

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Praised by Jad Abumrad, founder and co-host of Radiolab, as a powerful and innovative work combining ideas, ethics, and striking imagery, this book offers visual and intellectual journeys into various possible futures. Annalee Newitz, author of Autonomous, calls it a "brain-expanding joy" filled with plausible and bizarre scenarios, essential for anyone eager to shape tomorrow. Reviewers highlight its imaginative and journalistic strengths, making it a compelling and timely read about envisioning the future responsibly.

Book Details

INFORMATION

ISBN: 9781419745478

Publisher: Abrams

Format: Hardback

Date Published: 15 April 2021

Country: United States

Imprint: Abrams ComicArts

Illustration: illustrations throughout

Audience: General / adult

DIMENSIONS

Spine width: 24.0mm

Width: 158.0mm

Height: 242.0mm

Weight: 800g

Pages: 272

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Adult Graphic Novels Fiction Graphic Novels Rose Eveleth

About the Author

Rose Eveleth is a producer, host, reporter, and writer. She is the producer and host of the hit podcast Flash Forward and was a producer of ESPN’s award-winning 30 for 30 podcast. Her work has been featured in numerous publications, including the Atlantic, Smithsonian Magazine, New York Times, Scientific American, and the Best American Science Writing anthology.