Description
Explore the future in vivid detail with Flash Forward: An Illustrated Guide to Possible (And Not So Possible) Tomorrows. This captivating book, penned by Rose Eveleth, the creator and host of the acclaimed Flash Forward podcast, delivers a unique blend of speculative fiction and insightful commentary. Featuring contributions from 12 of the most imaginative comic and graphic artists—including Matt Lubchanksy, Sophie Goldstein, Ben Passmore, and Box Brown—this illustrated guide examines the possibilities of tomorrow through a variety of artistic lenses. Each artist presents a personal interpretation of potential futures, such as artist Julia Gfrörer’s illustration depicting robots creating art, pushing the boundaries of creativity and technology. Eveleth enhances these visual narratives with essays based on her expert interviews, diving into which ideas are purely fantastical and which are tantalizingly within reach. Flash Forward challenges readers to engage with the complexity of future technologies and their human implications, making it a must-read for anyone fascinated by the intersection of art and speculative thought. Whether you're a fan of the Flash Forward podcast or simply curious about where we might be headed, this beautifully illustrated book will both inform and inspire your imagination.