Star Maker is a science fiction novel by Olaf Stapledon, published in 1937. The book describes a history of life in the universe, dwarfing in scale Stapledon's previous book, Last and First Men (1930), a history of the human species over two billion years. Star Maker tackles philosophical themes such as the essence of life, of birth, decay and death, and the relationship between creation and creator. A pervading theme is that of progressive unity within and between different civilizations. Some of the elements and themes briefly discussed prefigure later fiction concerning genetic engineering and alien life forms. Arthur C. Clarke considered Star Maker to be one of the finest works of science fiction ever written.

Mortimer Tate was a recently divorced insurance salesman when he holed up in a cave on top of a mountain in Tennessee and rode out the end of the world. Go-Go Girls of the Apocalypse begins nine years later, when he emerges into a bizarre landscape filled with hollow reminders of an America that no longer exists. The highways are lined with abandoned automobiles; electricity is generated by indentured servants pedaling stationary bicycles. What little civilization remains revolves around Joey Armageddon's Sassy A-Go-Go strip clubs, where the beer is cold, the lap dancers are hot, and the bouncers are armed with M16s. Accompanied by his cowboy sidekick Buffalo Bill, the gorgeous stripper Sheila, and the mountain man Ted, Mortimer journeys to the lost city of Atlanta -- and a showdown that might determine the fate of humanity.

EIGHT WORLDS OF C.M. KORNBLUTH assembles 8 classic science fiction stories: "The Cosmic Expense Account," "The Adventurer," "The Altar at Midnight," "The Marching Morons," "The Little Black Bag," "Theory of Rocketry," "Make Mine Mars," and "Time Bum." Introduction and bibliography by Bud Webster. A terrific introduction to this Golden Age science fiction author.

Decision is presented here in a high quality paperback edition. This popular classic work by Frank M. Robinson is in the English language, and may not include graphics or images from the original edition. If you enjoy the works of Frank M. Robinson then we highly recommend this publication for your book collection.

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Subversive is presented here in a high quality paperback edition. This popular classic work by Mack Reynolds is in the English language, and may not include graphics or images from the original edition. If you enjoy the works of Mack Reynolds then we highly recommend this publication for your book collection.

This collection of literature attempts to compile many of the classic, timeless works that have stood the test of time and offer them at a reduced, affordable price, in an attractive volume so that everyone can enjoy them.This collection of literature attempts to compile many of the classic, timeless works that have stood the test of time and offer them at a reduced, affordable price, in an attractive volume so that everyone can enjoy them.

Has Anyone Here Seen Kelly? is presented here in a high quality paperback edition. This popular classic work by Bryce Walton is in the English language, and may not include graphics or images from the original edition. If you enjoy the works of Bryce Walton then we highly recommend this publication for your book collection.

Ray Cummings was a 20th century American author who was influential in the science fiction genre. His work appeared in various pulp fiction publications during the 1900s.

After a war that nearly wipes everyone out, famine becomes the biggest problem as the toxic aftermath won't allow any growth. All of the plants and animals are nearly gone and people are dwindling. Then scientist come through by setting up farms in the vacant skyscrapers, using artificial sunlight and a sophisticated watering system. This story focuses on the regular schlubs that guard the farm.After a war that nearly wipes everyone out, famine becomes the biggest problem as the toxic aftermath won't allow any growth. All of the plants and animals are nearly gone and people are dwindling. Then scientist come through by setting up farms in the vacant skyscrapers, using artificial sunlight and a sophisticated watering system. This story focuses on the regular schlubs that guard the farm. The only reason that the people that remained survived the famine was because they had slow metabolisms. The remaining society consists of former fatties. Not survival of the fittest, the narrator points out, but survival of the fattest. The two friends get themselves into a bind when one of them is challenged to an honor duel by a mutant.

Dreams and reality mix in Iowa as a high school principal and a student have a close encounter."The world was given the greatest gift, and that's what started Christmas."Jack Frost is about to lose everything. After attempting to again destroy Christmas, the Holiday that he hates more than anything, he is threatened with losing his job, and his Immortality. But, he is given one last chance at redemption. That last chance lands Jack in the North Pole the week before Christmas, in order to help Santa Claus prepare for his busiest night of the year. There, Jack is tasked with the job of "Tour Guide", in order to show Santa's granddaughter, Clara, the sights of the Pole. As Christmas draws nearer, and Jack's time begins to run out, he finds himself becoming fond of Clara, who attempts to show him the real meaning of Christmas, all while shocking him with her unique view of the world. But, the past proves hard to reconcile, and soon, Jack hatches one last plan to destroy Christmas, a plan involving Clara, which may prove fatal not only for the Pole, but for her, as well -- unless Clara can melt his icy heart in time. The first book in the fan-favorite series, the Snowflake Triplet, Clara Claus is a fantastical adventure that reminds us of the importance of hope, and the real meaning of Christmas.And look for other books in the Snowflake Triplet series: The Christmas Wish, a Clara Claus tie-inSugar Plum Dreams, book 1.5Christmas in July, a Clara Snow tie-in Clara Snow, book 2

The Star Kingdom has a new generation of officers! And this elite group hand-picked and trained by Honor Harrington herself is going to be needed immediately, as their first assignment turns out to be more dangerous than anyone expected. What was supposed to be a quiet outpost, far from the blazing conflict between the Star Kingdom of Manticore and the People's Republic of Haven has actually been targeted by an unholy alliance between the slaveholders of Manpower, the rival star kingdoms of Mesa and Monica, and the bureaucrats of the Solarian League. The alliance stands to benefit if the Havenites defeat Manticore, and are preparing for a surprise attack from the rear to divide Manticore's forces, which are already strained nearly to their limits. With their captain, the young Manticoran officers will risk their careers, if not their lives, on an unauthorized mission to expose and counter the threat to their Star Kingdom. Follow their journey as they show what they're made of as New York Times best-selling author David Weber begins a new series that will be a must for the hundreds of thousands of Honor Harrington fans.

The Chessmen of Mars is a science fantasy novel by American wrtier Edgar Rice Burroughs

John Jones's Dollar is presented here in a high quality paperback edition. This popular classic work by Harry Stephen Keeler is in the English language, and may not include graphics or images from the original edition. If you enjoy the works of Harry Stephen Keeler then we highly recommend this publication for your book collection.

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