Which famous apocalyptic science fiction books are must - reads?

Definitely 'The Three - Body Problem'. It's not only a great science fiction story but also makes you think about deep concepts like the Fermi Paradox. It shows how different civilizations might interact in the vastness of the universe.

Definitely 'The Collapsing Empire'. It's a page - turner. You'll be quickly drawn into the story of the crumbling galactic empire. The characters are well - developed, and the plot keeps you guessing as to how they'll deal with the impending doom of their travel network.

Definitely 'The Calculating Stars'. It's not just a science fiction story but also a story about breaking gender barriers. The main character has to fight against the sexism of her time while also trying to save humanity. The world - building is excellent as it shows how Earth and its society change after the asteroid strike.

One of the top science fiction books in 2015 was 'The Martian' by Andy Weir. It's a great read as it combines scientific knowledge with a thrilling survival story on Mars. Another is 'Ancillary Justice' by Ann Leckie. It has a unique take on identity and empire in a far - flung future. And 'Station Eleven' by Emily St. John Mandel, which is a post - apocalyptic story that also delves into themes of art and humanity.

Definitely 'Dune'. It has a richly detailed universe, from the sandworms to the political intrigue among the noble houses. '1984' is a must - read as it warns about the dangers of totalitarianism. 'Brave New World' shows a different kind of dystopia where people are conditioned from birth. 'Ender's Game' is not only a great science fiction story but also delves into themes like morality in war. And 'The Hitchhiker's Guide to the Galaxy' is just pure fun and creativity.

One of the top military science fiction books is 'Ender's Game' by Orson Scott Card. It tells the story of a young boy, Ender, trained in military strategy to fight an alien race. Another great one is 'Starship Troopers' by Robert A. Heinlein. It delves into the life of a soldier in a future military fighting against insect - like aliens. 'The Forever War' by Joe Haldeman is also a classic, exploring the effects of time dilation on soldiers fighting a long - distance war.

Definitely 'The Lord of the Rings'. It's a cornerstone of the genre. Its epic battles, like Helm's Deep, and the journey of Frodo are unforgettable. Another must - read is 'Dune'. The way it delves into power struggles and the spice trade is fascinating. 'A Song of Ice and Fire' too, especially if you like political intrigue and complex characters.

As a reference for science fiction writing, here are some books worth reading: 1 The Art of Science Fiction-Writing: Author Michael Ender's classic book provides detailed tips and style suggestions for writing science fiction. 2. The structure of science fiction: The author, William G. Gifson, proposed the important theories of the structure of science fiction, including the structure and narrative techniques of different types of novels such as time travel, interstellar travel, and neural wandering. 3. The Story of Science Fictions: Author Robert Heinrich introduced the basic plot and narrative techniques of science fiction, including conflict, character development, and theme exploration. 4. The Type of Science Fictions: Author Michael Crichton lists the common types of science fiction such as the Milky Way Empire, the future world, the other world, superpowers, aliens, etc. to help better understand and apply different styles of science fiction writing. 5. The Writing Method of Science Fictions: Author Philip Dick proposed a unique way of writing science fiction, emphasizing the author's creativity and autonomy in the story, as well as the realism and complexity through dialogue and character relationships. These books were classic works in the field of science fiction writing. They would help readers better understand and master the writing techniques and style of science fiction to improve their creative level.

One of the most famous is 'The Road' by Cormac McCarthy. It shows a post - apocalyptic world where a father and son struggle to survive. Another is '1984' by George Orwell. Although it's more about a dystopian society, it also has elements of an apocalyptic feel in terms of the breakdown of freedom and individuality. And 'Brave New World' by Aldous Huxley also falls into this category, depicting a future world that has gone wrong in many ways.

Well, 'The Stone Sky' by N. K. Jemisin is a must - mention for 2018 science fiction. It's the final book in a trilogy and wraps up the story in an amazing way. It deals with issues of power, race, and the environment in a really imaginative science - fictional context. The world - building is just spectacular, and the characters are so well - developed that you can't help but be invested in their journey.