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In this episode of Other Worlds, we explore some of the most iconic works of dystopian and utopian literature and the value of reading these works within the science fiction genre. Joining Sue Berman to discuss this theme is Other Worlds exhibition curator Renee Orr. We talk about Aldous Huxley's 'Brave New World', Margaret Atwood’s 'The Handmaid's Tale', the utopian vision of Charlotte Perkins Gilman in 'Herland' and the 1970s classic, Marge Piercy’s 'Woman on the Edge of Time'. 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: Aldous Huxley, with illustrations by Leonard Rosoman. Brave new world. London: Folio Society, 1971. Arthur C. Clarke, Childhood’s end. London: Pan Books, 1961. Charlotte Perkins Gilman. Herland. New York: Pantheon Books, 1979. Margaret Atwood. The handmaid’s tale. London: Jonathan Cape, 198

In this episode of Other Worlds, we discuss an important part of the history and development of the science fiction genre - the power and influence of fans! To discuss this, Sue Berman is joined by Other Worlds exhibition curator, Andrew Henry. We examine how the influence of fandom has helped shape and define science fiction since its inception as a genre, and just how integral the fan base is to the development of seminal works. 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: Julius Vogel. Anno Domini 2000, or, Woman's destiny. London: Hutchinson, 1889. Sascha Stronach. The dawnhounds. Wellington: Little Hook Press, 2019. Larry Niven. Ringworld. London: Sphere, 1973. Amazing stories, vol. 21, no. 4. Chicago: Ziff-Davis, April 1947. Amazing stories, vol. 25, no. 10. Chicago: Ziff-Davis, October 1951. Astoun

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, n

In this episode of Other Worlds, we explore the notion of Inner Worlds by looking closely at the idea of inner space vs. outer space - the power and problems of our own minds. Exploring these ideas with Sue Berman is Other Worlds exhibition curator Andrew Henry. We discuss a range of texts including 'Return to Tomorrow' and 'Dianetics' by L. Ron Hubbard, 'The World of Null-A' by A.E. Van Vogt, and 'The Dreaming Jewels' by Theodore Sturgeon as well as the well-known Robert Louis Stevenson’s classic 'Dr. Jekyll & Mr. Hyde'. 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: L. Ron Hubbard, Return to tomorrow. London: Hamilton, 1957. L. Ron Hubbard. Dianetics: the evolution of a science. London: Hubbard Association of Scientologists International Limited, 1958. A.E. Van Vogt, The world of Null-A. New York: Ace Books

In this episode of Other Worlds, we delve into the fascinating world of robots and monsters, and the intersection of science fiction writing and pop culture. Robots and monsters have clearly captivated the imagination of writers and artists for centuries, to discuss this theme is Other Worlds exhibition curator Renee Orr. We discuss magazines with evocative cover art, 19th and 20th century classics like Mary Shelley’s 'Frankenstein' and Frank Herbert’s 'Dune', and objects like the Blade runner origami unicorn and a gorilla soldier from Planet of the Apes. 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: Astounding science fiction, vol. 7, no. 1. London: Atlas, January 1950. Mary Shelley, with engravings on wood by Lynd Ward. Frankenstein: or, The modern Prometheus. New York: Harrison Smith and Robert Haas, 193

In this episode of Other Worlds, we discuss colonisation, a theme explored through science fiction writing. Joining Sue Berman to discuss this theme is Other Worlds exhibition curator Renee Orr. We talk about how writers have used science fiction to explore very real and complex aspects of human society and history, and, how the themes of invasion, colonisation, language and cultural difference come up again and again in speculative fiction. 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: Alaisea Fa'alafi Iosefa. Malaga I le vanimonimo = A trip to space. Los Angeles: National Dissemination and Assessment Center, 1980. Liu Cixin. 三体. II, 黑暗森林 / 刘慈欣著. San ti. II, Hei an sen lin. The three-body problem II: The dark forest. Chongqing: Chongqing chu ban she, 2008. Ursula K. Le Guin. The left hand of darkness. London:

In this episode of Other Worlds, we explore the theme and concept ‘The Empty City’. This theme stretches across time, art, literature, and imagination as we examine the many ways that the empty city, or the city emptied of its people, has been represented in science fiction. Joining Sue Berman to discuss this theme is Other Worlds exhibition curator Andrew Henry. 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: Gustave Doré and Blanchard Jerrold. London: a pilgrimage. London: Grant, 1872. Europa's fate, or, The coming struggle: a history lesson in New Zealand A.D. 2076. London: Griffith and Farran, 1875. Nevil Shute. On the beach. Melbourne: Heinemann, 1957. Craig Harrison. The quiet earth. London: Hodder & Stoughton, 1981. New worlds SF, vol. 49, no. 152. London: Roberts & Vinter, July 1965. Samuel R. Delany, D

In this episode of Other Worlds, we explore how the mysterious red planet has fascinated writers and scientists for centuries. Mars has inspired many different narratives, including Martian invasions, philosophical reflections on life beyond Earth, visions of terraforming and colonisation. Joining Sue Berman to discuss the works of H.G. Wells to modern depictions of a colonised Mars in Kim Stanley Robinson’s 'Green Mars' and many more great reads, is Other Worlds exhibition curator Renee Orr. 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 war of the worlds. London: William Heinemann, 1898. LP booklet. Jeff Wayne’s musical version of 'The war of the worlds', 1978. Cover illustration by Mike Trim. On loan from a private collection. Louis Pope Gratacap. The certainty of a future life in Mars: be

In this episode of Other Worlds, we look Beyond Books into the fascinating world of science fiction related pop culture, and the artefacts that bring these worlds to life. We check out pop up books and bubble gum cards, 8mm film, figurines and LPs in this romp through collectables and material culture. To look at this theme I am joined by Other Worlds exhibition activation curator Brent Giblin. 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: Reproduction cards of science fiction pulp magazines. 1980s. Eph-Books. Return of the Jedi bubblegum collector card, 1983. On loan from a private collection. Conquest of the planet of the apes Super 8 film cases, 1974. On loan from a private collection. Blade runner, Westwood Studios, 1997. On loan from a private collection. LP. Patea Māori Club. Aku raukura. Hawera: Maui, 1

In this first episode of Other Worlds, we discuss one of the most important and thought-provoking books of the 20th century — Fahrenheit 451 by Ray Bradbury. First published in 1953 as a short story called 'Fahrenheit 451', this novel has captivated generations of readers with its chilling portrayal of a dystopian world of book burning. Beyond its gripping narrative, Bradbury’s Fahrenheit 451 offers us a powerful reflection on censorship and the importance of intellectual freedoms. To discuss this masterpiece, Sue Berman is joined by Other Worlds exhibition curator, Renee Orr. 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: Ray Bradbury, illustrated by Joseph Mugnaini. Fahrenheit 451. New York: Limited Editions Club, 1982. Music credit: https://www.melodyloops.com/tracks/space-harmony/ Image from: Cover of Ray

The Creed from Rev Thomas Kendell's "A Grammar and vocabulary of the language of New Zealand" Church Mission Society London: Printed by R. Watts. 1820 GNZM 3i Ref: https://discover.aucklandlibraries.govt.nz/search/card?id=68d5e7a6-f145-588a-819c-a36e2deca81e&entityType=FormatGroup Read by Maureen Ned on the theme Reo Ako Recorded in support of the Waiwaia Ngā Ngutu Exhibition 2024 For more information about the exhibition: https://ourauckland.aucklandcouncil.govt.nz/events/2024/09/waiwaia-nga-ngutu/

He himene mo te karakia ki te Atua Nepia: Na te Haaringi i ta ki tona whare perehi pukapuka "Enlarged collection ('third edition') of 175 Anglican hymns" Hymn no. 94 1887 NZM 735 Ref: https://discover.aucklandlibraries.govt.nz/search/card?id=78d627d0-d835-5a89-814c-3194ffc963f1&entityType=FormatGroup Read and sung by Xavier Forsman on the theme Reo Hahi. Recorded in support of the Waiwaia Ngā Ngutu Exhibition 2024 For more information about the exhibition:https://ourauckland.aucklandcouncil.govt.nz/events/2024/09/waiwaia-nga-ngutu/

He inoi mo nga Pakeha me nga Maori "Prayer for peaceful cooperation between Māori and Pākehā" John Whiteley. Mangungu: He mea ta i te perehi o nga Weteriana Mihanere. 1837 Miscellaneous MSS & documents in Maori Reverent Richard Taylor [1805-1873] GNZMS 297. 18: nō.26. Ref: https://discover.aucklandlibraries.govt.nz/search/card?id=78d627d0-d835-5a89-814c-3194ffc963f1&entityType=FormatGroup Read by Xavier Forsman on the theme Reo Hahi. Recorded in support of the Waiwaia Ngā Ngutu Exhibition 2024 For more information about the exhibition: https://ourauckland.aucklandcouncil.govt.nz/events/2024/09/waiwaia-nga-ngutu/

Card 2 Dialogue 2 Primers: Extracts from the grammar printed on double-sided cards. "A Grammar and vocabulary of the language of New Zealand" Church Mission Society London: Printed by R. Watts. 1820 Familiar Dialogues between a Christian missionary and his pupil GNZM 12a https://kura.aucklandlibraries.govt.nz/digital/collection/rarebooks/id/870/rec/1 Read by Maureen Ned and Xavier Forsman on the theme Reo Ako. Recorded in support of the Waiwaia Ngā Ngutu Exhibition 2024 For more information about the exhibition:https://ourauckland.aucklandcouncil.govt.nz/events/2024/09/waiwaia-nga-ngutu/

Card 3 Dialogue 3 Primers: Extracts from the grammar printed on double-sided cards. "A Grammar and vocabulary of the language of New Zealand" Church Mission Society London: Printed by R. Watts. 1820 Familiar Dialogues between a Christian missionary and his pupil GNZM 12a kura.aucklandlibraries.govt.nz/digital/c…870/rec/1 Read by Maureen Ned and Xavier Forsman on the theme Reo Ako. Recorded in support of the Waiwaia Ngā Ngutu Exhibition 2024 For more information about the exhibition: https://ourauckland.aucklandcouncil.govt.nz/events/2024/09/waiwaia-nga-ngutu/

Card 5 - The Lord's Prayer Primers: Extracts from the grammar printed on double-sided cards. "A Grammar and vocabulary of the language of New Zealand" Church Mission Society London: Printed by R. Watts. 1820 Familiar Dialogues between a Christian missionary and his pupil GNZM 12a kura.aucklandlibraries.govt.nz/digital/c…870/rec/1 Read by Maureen Ned on the theme Reo Ako. Recorded in support of the Waiwaia Ngā Ngutu Exhibition 2024 For more information about the exhibition: https://ourauckland.aucklandcouncil.govt.nz/events/2024/09/waiwaia-nga-ngutu/

Te Korimako: Te Tukunga iho o nga Kupu rere ke Hanuere 15 1886, Page 7 Ref: discover.aucklandlibraries.govt.nz/search/…atGroup Read by Xavier Forsman on the theme Kupu Whakawhiti Recorded in support of the Waiwaia Ngā Ngutu Exhibition 2024 For more information about the exhibition: https://ourauckland.aucklandcouncil.govt.nz/events/2024/09/waiwaia-nga-ngutu/

Te Korimako: Etahi Whakatauki a te Pakeha Hanuere 15 1886, Page 8 Ref: https://discover.aucklandlibraries.govt.nz/search/card?id=0b225e70-c400-5135-bc85-f6433ddde22b&entityType=FormatGroup Read by Xavier Forsman on the theme Kupu Whakawhiti Recorded in support of the Waiwaia Ngā Ngutu Exhibition 2024 For more information about the exhibition: https://ourauckland.aucklandcouncil.govt.nz/events/2024/09/waiwaia-nga-ngutu/

Kei hea a Spot? Where is Spot? by Eric Hill Māori translator unknown Heinemann Publishers (N.Z.) 1980 NZM 1160 Ref: https://discover.aucklandlibraries.govt.nz/search/card?id=d53a00a1-46fb-57c9-886c-6e795bf17387&entityType=FormatGroup Read by Amiria Lee Pihema Williams and Robert Eruera on the theme Whakamāoritia. Recorded in support of the Waiwaia Ngā Ngutu Exhibition 2024. Ka haere a Spot ki te kura: Book copyright Heinemann Publishers (N.Z.) 1980 No further distribution without permission. For more information about the exhibition: https://ourauckland.aucklandcouncil.govt.nz/events/2024/09/waiwaia-nga-ngutu/

Ka haere a Spot ki te kura Spot goes to school by Eric Hill Maori translator unknown 1984 NZM 1185 Ref: https://discover.aucklandlibraries.govt.nz/search/card?id=68f54313-4766-5c54-8f7c-b31c6dd5e2cd&entityType=FormatGroup Read by Xavier Forsman on the theme Whakamāoritia. Recorded in support of the Waiwaia Ngā Ngutu Exhibition 2024 Ka haere a Spot ki te kura: Book copyright Heinemann Publishers (N.Z.) 1984 No further distribution without permission. For more information about the exhibition: https://ourauckland.aucklandcouncil.govt.nz/events/2024/09/waiwaia-nga-ngutu/