In this episode of Other Worlds, we explore the literary convergence of science fiction and science fact.

To explore this theme, Sue Berman is joined by Other Worlds exhibition curator Andrew Henry. We discuss the exciting crossroads between science fiction and real world scientific developments, illustrated through published material that intone seer-like qualities to the authors - everything from consumer electronics to future war machines.

Visit the onsite exhibition and join us in a series of events and activations:

www.aucklandlibraries.govt.nz/Other-Worlds-exhibition

For recommended reads visit:

www.aucklandlibraries.govt.nz/Other-Worlds-reads

Books mentioned in the podcast:

H.G. Wells. ‘The Land Ironclads’. From: The Strand magazine, vol. 26, no. 156. London: G. Newnes, 1903.

Radio craft, vol. 10, no. 5. New York: Gernsback Publications, November 1938.

Startling stories, no. 10. Manchester: Pemberton's, 1952.

Astounding science fiction, vol. 10, no. 4. London: Atlas, April 1954.

Analog, vol. 101, no.7. New York: Davis, June 1981.

Wolfgang Schroeder. First stop, the Moon: a look into the future of space travel. London: Odhams, 1959.

Arthur C. Clarke, illustrated by Ralph Smith. The exploration of the Moon. New York: Harper & Brothers, 1954.

T.A. Heppenheimer. Colonies in space. Harrisburg, Pennsylvania: Stackpole, 1977.

Ray Bradbury, Arthur C. Clarke, Bruce Murray, Carl Sagan, Walter Sullivan. Mars and the mind of man. New York: Harper & Row, 1973.

Music credit: https://www.melodyloops.com/tracks/space-harmony/

Image from Analog, Apollo 11: Tenth Anniversary, July 1979, New York

Produced by Sue Berman and JL.