Lin Carter was a prolific American author of science fiction and fantasy, as well as an editor and critic. He was known for his tendency towards self-promotion and frequently included his own works within the anthologies he edited. His writing often drew inspiration from pulp heroes and classic fantasy, maintaining a distinctive style throughout his prolific career. He was also associated with literary circles that significantly influenced the science fiction and fantasy genres.
A Terran adventurer on the ultimate Martian odyssey to discover the ultimate secret of Mars and the universe.or else be destroyed by the dark forces that rules the valley where time stood still!
In a desperate bid for freedom, Brant escapes across the vast, ancient dust-oceans of Mars, unaware that his flight will lead him into an extraordinary adventure filled with unexpected challenges and wonders. The story promises a thrilling exploration of a richly imagined Martian landscape, where survival and discovery intertwine, setting the stage for an epic journey that transcends the ordinary.
In a twist of fate, an Earth star-wanderer becomes an unlikely assassin, trapped in the body of a fierce warrior. As he navigates a perilous new world, he faces unimaginable threats that challenge his survival and adaptability. This tale explores themes of identity and transformation against a backdrop of danger and adventure.
Second Edition Revised and Expanded The classic collection augmented by three stories, with an afterword and certain textual revisions by the author Contents: Introduction to the Second Edition essay by Robert M. Price The Secret in the Tomb (1935) The Suicide in the Study(1935) The Shambler from the Stars(1935) The Faceless God (1936) The Grinning Ghoul(1936) The Dark Demon(1936) The Mannikin(1937) The Brood of Bubastis(1937) The Creeper in the Crypt(1937) The Secret of Sebek(1937) Fane of the Black Pharaoh(1937) The Sorcerer's Jewel(1939) The Unspeakable Betrothal(1949) The Shadow from the Steeple(1950) Notebook Found in a Deserted House (1951) Terror in Cut-Throat Cove (1958) Afterword (1981) essay by Robert Bloch Demon-Dreaded Lore(1981) essay by Lin Carter
Exploring themes of freedom and identity, the protagonist views Earth as a mental and physical confinement. He longs for the liberation found on the world of the Green Star, where he inhabits the body of a primitive youth, allowing him to experience life in a radically different way. This journey challenges his perceptions of existence and self, as he navigates the complexities of a new reality.
The protagonist, initially a recluse limited to dreams and ancient legends, discovers a formula that allows him to travel to the captivating world of the Green Star. This journey opens up new possibilities and adventures, shifting his fate from isolation to exploration, as he engages with the wonders of an alien landscape. The narrative promises a blend of science fiction and fantasy, highlighting themes of discovery and the quest for connection beyond one's solitary existence.
From out of the gloom in the dungeon where Chandar, Prince of Orin, awaited a tortured death, Sarkond the Enchanter shimmered into reality. His emerald eyes gleamed with an inhuman lustre as, with a soundless command, and without a touch, he mysteriously released the chains which bound Chandar. The prize Sarkond then offered Chandar was freedom, the price - the timeless struggle between two opposing forces... a man who used the secret powers of the universe for his own schemes... a man who vowed to stop him by his own strength and wits.Five inhabited planets had been shattered to nothingness by the Oligarchs of Brionmar. The sixth was to be Earth...
Contents: * "The Year in Fantasy" (Lin Carter) * "The Demoness" (Tanith Lee) * "The Night of the Unicorn" (Thomas Burnett Swann) * "Cry Wolf" (Pat McIntosh) * "Under the Thumbs of the Gods" (Fritz Leiber) * "The Guardian of the Vault" (Paul Spencer) * "The Lamp from Atlantis" (L. Sprague de Camp) * "Xiurhn" (Gary Myers) * "The City in the Jewel" (Lin Carter) * "In 'Ygiroth" (Walter C. DeBill, Jr.) * "The Scroll of Morloc" (Clark Ashton Smith and Lin Carter) * "Payment in Kind" (Caradoc A. Cador) * "Milord Sir Smiht, the English Wizard" (Avram Davidson) * "The Year's Best Fantasy Books" (Lin Carter)
