Futurological Speculations and Futuristic Past: Encounters Between Science and Technology in Shin seinen's First Years of Publication | Synapse
June 4, 2026Open Access
Futurological Speculations and Futuristic Past: Encounters Between Science and Technology in Shin seinen's First Years of Publication
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The aim is to explore the interactions between science and technology as depicted in early publications of Shin Seinen.
Analyzed the inaugural edition of Shin Seinen and its content.
Identified and described key themes in science and technology represented in the literature.
Examined the socio-cultural context influencing the narratives.
Highlighted the emergence of futuristic themes in the initial stories.
Demonstrated the influence of contemporary technological advancements on literary narratives.
Showed a reflection of societal hopes and anxieties towards science and innovation.
Resumen
IntroduzioneIl numero inaugurale di Shin seinen (La nuova gioventù, 1920-50), rivista della compagnia editoriale Hakubunkan, include i primi capitoli di due romanzi: