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Science Fiction· United States

Blackout/All Clear

by Connie Willis
Aggregate Editorial Score60/100
★Hugo Award
Published 2011English
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About This Book

Published in 2011, Blackout/All Clear established Connie Willis as one of the defining voices in science fiction. Oxford time-travellers studying World War II find themselves stranded in the Blitz, unable to return to the future, and begin to fear they have changed history. Willis's two-volume Hugo and Nebula Award winner is an extraordinarily detailed and emotionally rich portrait of wartime Britain. Themes of time travel, World War II, Blitz run through the work. The book has received recognition from Hugo Award 2011.

Book Details

AuthorConnie Willis
Published2011
Country of Origin🇺🇸 United States
LanguageEnglish
Category🚀 Science Fiction
ISBN9780553808193
Editorial Score60/100
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Editorial Assessment

Connie Willis published Blackout/All Clear in 2011, and it has since become one of the more widely recognised works of science fiction from United States. The book's treatment of time travel, World War II, Blitz, history accounts for much of its enduring reputation. The book's place in the literary record rests on its presence across major prize lists and critical surveys. Among its recognitions: Hugo Award 2011. Its aggregate editorial score of 60/100 reflects recognition from 1 independent editorial sources, from international prizes to specialist critical journals. What distinguishes Blackout/All Clear is how it handles its central concerns — time travel, World War II, Blitz, history — without reducing them to neat conclusions. The book invites close reading and holds up well to it. Blackout/All Clear reflects Connie Willis's place in a wider literary tradition. The book's concerns resonate with United States's broader cultural preoccupations, even as they reach beyond any single national context.
About this assessment: Editorial scores are aggregated from 1 independent sources including major literary prizes, critical surveys, and leading publications. Our editorial team reviews and contextualises this data. Rankings reflect critical consensus, not personal opinion or popularity metrics. Learn about our methodology.

Awards & Recognition

Hugo Award
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201160
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About the Author
Connie Willis
United States
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Connie Willis is a celebrated author from United States known for influential works of science fiction.

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is Blackout/All Clear about?

Oxford time-travellers studying World War II find themselves stranded in the Blitz, unable to return to the future, and begin to fear they have changed history. Willis's two-volume Hugo and Nebula Award winner is an extraordinarily detailed and emotionally rich portrait of wartime Britain.

Who wrote Blackout/All Clear?

Blackout/All Clear was written by Connie Willis, from United States. First published in 2011.

What awards has Blackout/All Clear won?

Blackout/All Clear has received the following awards and honours: Hugo Award 2011.

Is Blackout/All Clear worth reading?

Blackout/All Clear is a well-regarded book with solid critical recognition, with an aggregate editorial score of 60/100 on 50 Best Books, based on mentions across 1 editorial source. It is particularly recommended for readers interested in time travel, World War II, Blitz.

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What category is Blackout/All Clear?

Blackout/All Clear is classified as Science Fiction. Speculative fiction exploring technology, space, the future, and society.

What country is Blackout/All Clear from?

Blackout/All Clear originates from United States's literary tradition. Explore more books from United States on our country page.

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