Though regarded as a significant literary figure in the genre of realism, Archibald Marshall was also a pioneer of science fiction. Upsidonia is a perfect embodiment of this seeming contradiction. In the novel, Marshall creates a richly imagined world and populates it with compelling characters and details. It's a fascinating read for fans of golden-age science fiction.
Though regarded as a significant literary figure in the genre of realism, Archibald Marshall was also a pioneer of science fiction. Upsidonia is a perfect embodiment of this seeming contradiction. In the novel, Marshall creates a richly imagined world and populates it with compelling characters and details. It's a fascinating read for fans of golden-age science fiction.