A review by greeniee23
The Steampunk Bible: An Illustrated Guide to the World of Imaginary Airships, Corsets and Goggles, Mad Scientists, and Strange Literature by Jeff VanderMeer

3.0

This is a thoroughly researched and well-organized resource. It does a very good job of tracing the history of this subculture and teasing out the controversial question of "What is Steampunk?" and untangling it from the myriads of other similar and influential movements. The reader is also introduced to the most recognized people involved in the subculture as well as to its most iconic literary, media, art, fashion and music productions. This is no light read; Jeff Vandermeer elicits and discusses opinions from scholars and critics, and is very careful to look at both sides of an issue. The text is reinforced by a collection of stunning visuals.