Nice introduction to the whole steampunk movement. I'd been aware of it as a SF subgenre for decades, but lately it seems to be everywhere. You know it's hit the mainstream when books on steampunk jewelry and the like show up at Michaels and Jo-Ann Fabrics. The book traces the roots and has sections on fashion, jewelry, makers, movies, music, and, gosh, just everything seemingly. No opinion on whether the whole business has jumped the mechanical shark or not, but one thing I do know: this is a fascinating book. Three Excellent Reasons to Read The Steampunk BibleHave you noticed that Steampunk seems to be everywhere? Are you curious and want to know more?If you don’t know a lot about Steampunk, but you like the new Sherlock Holmes (Robert Downey Jr. and Jude Law) movies, then you’ve experienced Steampunk. Jules Verne and HG Wells meet Sir Arthur Conan Doyle: new, improved, and updated. It’s about the clothes, the gadgets, and the time period. Plus, it’s lots of fun because there’s always a little bit of the fantastical thrown into the mix.If you want to know more about Steampunk, then The Steampunk Bible (Jeff Vandermeer) is one of the books I'd recommend.Here’s why I recommend it: It gives detailed background information on the literature: the Steampunk movement began with books.It explores the other areas that have morphed from the Steampunk books: fashion, cosplay (grownups playing dress up), the craftsmen who make Steampunk gadgets, the conferences, gatherings, exhibits, as well as the music, art, photography, and films.It includes aspects of the global nature of the movement and how the movement manifests in other countries and cultures.Who will enjoy The Steampunk Bible? This book is for the neophyte, who wants to learn more, and for the seasoned Steampunk veteran as well as those between these extremes. I'd bet that someone who knows a lot about Steampunk would learn something from this book. Before reading it, I didn’t realize the extensive influence and many facets of Steampunk.One of the nice features is the seven chapters focus on a different aspect of Steampunk. So, you can return to a specific section and find what you want.Photographs and Illustrations: The other big plus is the liberal use of photographs and illustrations. Do you like ray guns? Wondering about period costumes or Steampunk creations and the artisans who make them? There are pictures and illustrations to satisfy your curiosity.To be honest, I’ve sipped coffee and spent a few hours admiring the pictures. No one will complain that there aren't enough pictures.It's a Keeper: The excellent background information coupled with plenty of illustrations makes this book a keeper. It’ll stay on my bookshelf as a reference and as a fun book to take up again and again. Who wouldn’t want to look at a Steampunk guitar, a steam powered elephant, or lust over a Steampunk laptop?
What do You think about La Biblia Steampunk (2013)?
it was an amazing giude to steampunk which can be read over and over agian as it is just pure gole
—mrsfiasco
A wonderful, fun book to keep around with helpful hints and beautiful pictures.
—Taylor
A very nice introduction to this fast growing genre of science fiction.
—amy_2014
An amazing overview of the steampunk movement.
—krikri
