The Compleat Werewolf, and Other Stories of Fantasy and Science Fiction
- 256 pages
- 9 hours of reading
10 short stories of fantasy and science fiction. For contents, see Author Catalog.
Anthony Boucher Books
Anthony Boucher was a pivotal figure in both mystery and science fiction, renowned primarily for his editorial acumen and compelling storytelling. He profoundly influenced the literary landscape of science fiction, championing its artistic merit through his anthologies and critical reviews. Boucher's own narrative work, often characterized by intricate plots and psychological depth, cemented his reputation as a master of suspense. His early work translating Jorge Luis Borges also highlights his significant contribution to bringing international literary voices to a wider audience.
To Live Forever
- 185 pages
- 7 hours of reading
Garven Waylock had waited seven years for the scandal surrounding his former immortal self to be forgotten. He had kept his identity concealed so that he could once again join the ranks of those who lived forever. He had been exceedingly careful about hiding his past. Then he met The Jacynth. She was a beautiful 19 year old, and Garven wanted her. But he recognised that a wisdom far beyond her years marked her as one who knew too much about him to live. As far as she was concerned, death was a mere inconvenience. But once The Jacynth came back, Garven Waylock's life would be an everlasting hell!
Contents:Re-Birth by John Wyndham (novel).The Shape of Things That Came by Richard Deming.Pillar of Fire by Ray Bradbury.Waldo by Robert A. Heinlein.The Father-Thing by Philip K. Dick.The Children's Hour by Henry Kuttner and C. L. Moore.Gomez by C. M. Kornbluth.The [Widget], The [Wadget], and Boff by Theodore Sturgeon.Sandra by George P. Elliott.Beyond Space and Time by Joel Townsley Rogers.The Martian Crown Jewels by Poul Anderson.The Weapon Shops of Isher by A. E. van Vogt (novel).
Сыщики от бога
- 736 pages
- 26 hours of reading
На западе Виргинии XIX века суровый протестант раскрывает преступление за преступлением, опираясь на собственное понимание Божьего промысла, справедливости и закона.Католическая монахиня ордена сестер Марфы из Вифании в Лос-Анджелесе середины XX века с упоением принимает участие в расследовании — когда-то она хотела служить в полиции, как её отец.Молодой неуступчивый раввин в маленьком американском городке в 1970-х использует профессиональные навыки, чтобы рассмотреть детективную загадку со всех сторон и найти ответ.Каждый из этих сыщиков-любителей полагается на Бога, но не пренебрегает здравым смыслом, наблюдательностью и жизненным опытом. И справедливость неизменно торжествует.
L´Enigma del Gatto Persiano
- 282 pages
- 10 hours of reading
Un terribile avvenimento ha turbato le nozze di Horace e Catherine Brainard: qualcuno si è introdotto nella camera d'albergo di Martha la damigella della sposa e l'ha assassinata insieme con il suo gattino. Venticinque anni dopo, durante il party per le nozze d'argento dei Brainard, un altro gatto viene ucciso da una mano misteriosa. Fergus O'Breen, abile investigatore allergico ai felini, capisce che l'assassino sta per tornare a colpire....
I segugi di Dio
- 424 pages
- 15 hours of reading
ANTHONY BOUCHER - Sorella Ursula indagaSolo Sorella Ursula può trovare un assassino che sembra in grado di attraversare i muri.G.K. CHESTERTON - Il miracolo della mezzalunaPadre Brown deve far luce sulla sparizione misteriosa di un filantropo che, forse, aveva un nemico di troppo.HARRY KEMELMAN - Con teIl rabbino David Small indaga su un delitto di cui è uno de principali sospettati.
