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Collection contains: After / Henry Slesar -- All cats are gray / Andre Norton -- The assassin / Robert Silverberg -- Better than we know / William F. Temple -- The big bounce / Walter S. Tevis -- Bounty / T. L. Sherred -- The briefing / Randall Garrett -- Capsule / Rosalind Straley -- The chasm / Bryce Walton -- The Chicago plan to save a species / Thomas Easton -- Cinderella, Inc. Christopher Anvil -- Common denominator / John D. MacDonald -- Crazy Annaoj / Fritz Leiber -- [The damned thing](https://openlibrary.org/works/OL20084265W) / Ambrose Bierce -- The dancing partner / Jerome K. Jerome -- The dead valley / Ralph Adams Cram -- Deadly game / Edward Wellen -- Dear pen pal / A. E. van Vogt -- Deathwatch / Norman Spinrad -- Defense mechanism / Katherine MacLean Divine madness / Roger Zelazny -- The dread tomato addiction / Mark Clifton -- Dueling clowns / Barry Longyear -- End as a world / F. L. Wallace -- Evensong / Lester del Rey -- Exile / Edmond Hamilton -- The exterminator / A. Hyatt Verrill -- The eyes have it / Philip K. Dick -- Father's in the basement / Philip Jose Farmer -- The fear of it / Robert Barr -- Feeding time / James E. Gunn -- The fiend / Frederik Pohl -- For value received / Andrew J. Offutt -- The forbidden word / Edward D. Hoch -- The good neighbors / Edgar Pangborn -- The good work / Theodore L. Thomas -- The great secret / George H. Smith -- The harvest / Tom Godwin -- The homesick chicken / Edward D. Hoch -- The house of ecstacy / Ralph Milne Farley How I take their measure / Barry N. Malzberg -- Hunting machine / Carol Emshwiller -- The immortal bard / Isaac Asimov -- In case of fire / Randall Garrett -- An incident on route 12 / James H. Schmitz -- Interview / Frank A. Javor -- Into the shop / Ron Goulart -- Into your tent I'll creep / Eric Frank Russell -- Itself! / A. E. van Vogt -- Job offer / Henry Slesar -- Just desserts / Irving Fang -- The last brave invader / Charles L. Fontenay -- The last men / Frank Belknap Long -- Last warni
A vast collection of science fiction short stories explores the breadth of human experience and imagination. This anthology gathers a wide array of tales from renowned and emerging science fiction authors, presenting diverse narratives that span speculative futures, alternate realities, and the enduring questions of existence. The stories collectively examine themes of technology, society, humanity's place in the cosmos, and the consequences of human action, offering a multifaceted glimpse into the genre's rich landscape.
This anthology is a significant compilation for science fiction enthusiasts, offering a broad spectrum of classic and notable short stories. The collection's strength lies in its curated selection of authors and narratives, providing readers with a comprehensive overview of the genre's evolution and thematic diversity. The sheer volume and variety of stories suggest a rich reading experience, appealing to both long-time fans and newcomers seeking an introduction to seminal works. The inclusion of established masters alongside other contributors promises a varied exploration of speculative ideas and imaginative storytelling.
Page Count:
651
Publication Date:
1986-01-01
ISBN-10:
0517606690
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