American Science Fiction and the Cold War

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The book delves into how American science fiction reflects Cold War anxieties, emphasizing themes like nuclear threat, invasion, and totalitarianism. It reassesses the literary contributions from 1945 onwards by analyzing pivotal works such as "Fahrenheit 451," "Invasion of the Body Snatchers," and "Dr. Strangelove." Through these key texts, the author explores the political influences that shaped narratives during this tumultuous period, highlighting the genre's role in articulating societal fears and cultural responses to the Cold War.