The Blazing World

The Blazing World

Margaret Cavendish

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Editorial:
Ockham Publishing Group
Año de edición:
2020
ISBN:
9781839191046
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First published in 1666, The Blazing World is thought to be the forefather of both science-fiction and dystopian fiction.'I had rather die in the adventure of noble achievements, than live in obscure and sluggish security.' 3

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