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Steampunk Book Review Of Leviathan By Scott Westerfeld

admin — Wed, 10 Mar 2010 21:25:20 +0000

Steampunk book Leviathan by Scott Westerfeld Synopsis: In 1914, an alternative war is brewing in Europe. The arch duke has been assassinated and his son Alek must master the walker form of the clankers as he prepares for war against Derryn Sharp, a girl in the British Royal Army and a member of the Darwinists.

The overall theme of the book is steampunk, but the book has a coming-of-age subplot for both of the main characters, an epic fantasy for Alec, and a tinge of sci-fi as the Darwinists control cross bred, genetically altered "beasties" as their war machines.

This novel has to be the pinnacle, all encumbering masterpiece of steampunk to date getting all the elements right.

You may know Scott Westerfeld from his very different Uglies series. This book is written in a completely different style, but what sets Westerfield apart is his ability to put you right their especially with his colloquial dialogue, and vivid description. My favorite phrase has to be "barking spiders", but there are others that will make you laugh out loud.

The novel gets my highest rating and is recommended to all.

Rating: ***** 5 out 5
Title: Leviathan
Author: Scott Westerfeld
Genre: Steampunk
Synopsis: In 1914, an alternative war is brewing in Europe that pits man versus machine.

Below is a Book Trailer of Leviathan, and is the best book trailer I have seen to date. Pay attention to the artwork, as much that is featured in here is also in the book.

As you can see the artwork is brilliant, as is the story. Steampunk readers agree that Leviathan fills a void for our genre.

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The History Of Cyber Punk

admin — Wed, 16 Sep 2009 22:43:24 +0000

An interesting documentary I found about the beginnings of cyber punk and this sub genre of science fiction. It includes interviews with Neil Gibson and Neal Stephenson, authors of the first novels in the genre. It covers how they come up with the ideas, what their influences were, and what cyberpunk means for future generations. Includes great cover shots of many different novels including one I hadn't read yet called Terraplane. Information of how cyber punk isn't just science fiction but an introspection of where technology is going, and the cyber subculture of computer hackers, bio-integration, and robot uprisings may really affect us in the near future. It's in German, but you can get the gist of it, and the authors are speaking in English, so its easy to follow.

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How To Make Steampunk Goggles

admin — Thu, 13 Aug 2009 20:13:17 +0000

Want to learn how to make steampunk goggles? It is easy with this easy to follow how to tutorial by Windfire Designs. What you need is leather, non prescription round lenses, a bra strap and elastic clasp, wire, and a sewing machine. The steps include the following:

First, get your materials together
Draw a pattern of the design. If you are having trouble basically you will need a sewed strip to wrap around the lenses, strap for the sides to attach to the elastic bra strap, and a semi-circle shape to attach to the strip holding the lenses in.
Cut out the design in the leather
Sew a double thick leather strap that the lenses will fit in
Glue the lenses in
Sew together all pieces
Dye(optional)
Wear, and make crazy steam inventions

Making steampunk clothing is fun!

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Boutique Steampunk

admin — Mon, 03 Aug 2009 22:56:01 +0000

You searched for steampunk costumes. These victorian boutique designs are sure to fit your style. Boutique Steampunk is in stock and ready to ship out. Costumes for both adults and kids. Impress all those savvy to the 1800s fashion scene.

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Choreographed Cyber Punk Dance With Techno Track Video

admin — Thu, 23 Jul 2009 20:22:36 +0000

A rare find of a video choreographed of Duval's vision of a cyber punk, more in the sense of a modern day punk, graffiti artist. I like the video because it encompasses modern themes such as urban artists, dancing and a mellow but good techno track. Only 85 people have viewed the video but I hope more will. I especially like the part where the guy starts dancing, because he has good moves. This video is simply dubbed "Cyber-punk" which fits. Let us know what you think.

Courtesy christianduval.blogspot.com

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The New Iphone Steampunk Cell Phone For London

admin — Thu, 23 Jul 2009 20:06:42 +0000

Advances in technology are zooming in this 18th century age of steam and mechanical engineering. Brushing up on some green mint tea(to soothe my ulcer), I observed a man communicating into a box shaped device. After some observations(taking furious notes so I might remit them to this news journal, for you the valued reader), observed the man using a sort of punch card in this talk device, waiting a few minutes, and conversing in hushed tones like one would to a lover in quiet corners. I did observe a few notes of his conversation of words such as "phone", "tesla", punch cards, and complaining continuously of a dropped connection or using up all his minutes.

I asked the gentleman on his way out what the device was, and he said it was an Apple Steampunk Cell Phone which he purchased at the new technology store on Wedenborough and Langley Street next to the magick shop. I ran over there to find this place not to exist.

I heard a ringing noise, and in the gutter was one of these crazy talking devices. I picked it up, and placed it to my ear as I had observed the gentleman do so.

"Welcome to technology of the 21st Century Mister Campbell..." and then there was a dose of static ruckous on the other end.

I walked off with the talk box unsure how to use it, or make a call. I never received a call after that, and the only remnant of evidence that this incident existed out of my head was at this address: http://blog.makezine.com/archive/2008/11/steampunk_mobile_phone.html?CMP=OTC-0D6B48984890

steampunk!!!!

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