A graphic novel with illustrated text that traces, in detail, the history of a literary genre, from the 1800s to present day.For the first time in illustrated form, this comprehensive history of science fiction traces its origins and, in fascinating detail, charts its history from its beginnings as a “schlock” genre to its respected status today. Who was the first author to write a science fiction story? How did American science fiction begin? What SF novel is the world’s bes