Dangerous Visions by Harlan Ellison

Dangerous Visions

Harlan Ellison with Leo Dillon (Illustrator), Diane Dillon (Illustrator)

666 pages first pub 1967 (editions)

fiction science fiction short stories speculative fiction adventurous slow-paced
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Dubbed "the most significant and controversial SF book" of its generation, Harlan Ellison's groundbreaking collection launched an entire sub-genre: New Wave science fiction. With contributions from legendary authors and multiple Hugo and Nebula Aw...

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Community Reviews Summary of 350 reviews

Moods

dark 100%
challenging 75%
adventurous 62%
mysterious 62%
emotional 50%
funny 50%
hopeful 37%
inspiring 37%
reflective 37%
tense 37%
informative 25%
lighthearted 25%
relaxing 25%
sad 25%

Pace

slow 57%
medium 42%

Plot- or character-driven?

A mix: 83% | N/A: 16%

Strong character development?

It's complicated: 50% | N/A: 50%

Loveable characters?

It's complicated: 66% | N/A: 33%

Diverse cast of characters?

Yes: 50% | N/A: 33% | It's complicated: 16%

Flaws of characters a main focus?

It's complicated: 42% | N/A: 28% | Yes: 28%

Average rating

3.96

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