Steampunk (as a subgenre)

Steampunk is a creative genre that blends Victorian-era aesthetics and technology with futuristic or imaginative elements. It reimagines an alternative history where steam power remains dominant, often featuring intricate gears, clockwork machinery, and vintage fashion. Steampunk stories often explore themes of innovation, adventure, and societal change, combining historical settings with speculative technology like airships, robotic devices, or advanced metallurgy. It spans literature, fashion, art, and design, celebrating craftsmanship and a nostalgic yet imaginative view of a bygone era infused with science fiction.