literary-preservation

The 'Preamble' chapter serves as an introductory note to the edition of Geoff Ryman's 'The Child Garden' within the SF and Fantasy Masterworks series. It outlines the history and mission of the series, emphasizing the transition from print to digital publishing to preserve and expand access to classic and modern science fiction and fantasy works. The chapter also includes a contents listing that previews the structure of the book and its introductory essays.

This chapter introduces the SF Gateway, a digital publishing initiative by Gollancz to preserve and disseminate classic and modern science fiction and fantasy literature. It highlights the transition from traditional print to digital formats, emphasizing the importance of making out-of-print works accessible to contemporary readers. The chapter positions the SF Gateway as a comprehensive electronic library aimed at expanding the reach and longevity of significant speculative fiction works.

The chapter 'Preamble' serves as an introduction to the SF Gateway, a digital publishing initiative aimed at preserving and providing access to classic and modern science fiction and fantasy literature. It outlines the historical context of the SF and Fantasy Masterworks series by Gollancz and emphasizes the transformative impact of digital technology on making out-of-print works widely available. The chapter positions the SF Gateway as the most comprehensive electronic library for science fiction and fantasy, expanding the reach and accessibility of these genres.

This chapter introduces the SF Gateway, a digital initiative by Gollancz to preserve and disseminate classic and modern science fiction and fantasy literature. It highlights the transition from traditional print publishing to digital formats, emphasizing the importance of making out-of-print works accessible to contemporary readers. The chapter situates the SF Gateway as a comprehensive electronic library aimed at expanding the reach and availability of significant speculative fiction works.