A HISTORY OF 16 SCIENCE FICTION CLASSICS, TOLD IN BOOK COVERS

thanks to io9.com

A single book can inspire a wide range of covers, and sometimes those covers can be works of art themselves. We look at some classic science fiction novels and the various covers they’ve worn throughout the years.

We’ve collected various book covers from a number of classic science fiction novels to see how different artists have interpreted the same book. The covers are sometimes surprisingly pulpy, others are elegantly minimalist, and still others are variations on the same theme. Some of these are actual covers from various editions of the books, and some are concept designs created by individuals — on spec, for a class project, or just for fun. Bear in mind that a few of the actual book covers may not be work-safe.

The Midwich Cuckoos by John Wyndham:
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The Midwich Cuckoos by John Wyndham:
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More covers here

What do you think of the different covers that one book can have? Any favorite one?