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Donald A. Wollheim

    October 1, 1914 – November 2, 1990

    Donald Allen Wollheim was a significant figure in American science fiction, acting as an author, editor, and publisher. His editorial work for Ace Books and later founding DAW Books left an indelible mark on the genre. Wollheim was known for his approach to editing texts, often abridging or altering titles to fit formats, leading to notable differences between published versions. His legacy lies in his substantial contributions to shaping science fiction and its fandom throughout the 20th century.

    Donald A. Wollheim
    World's best SF 6
    Bruder des Schwertes
    One Against the Moon
    The Planet That Time Forgot
    More Adventures on Other Planets
    The 1990 Annual World's Best SF
    • The 1990 Annual World's Best SF

      • 341 pages
      • 12 hours of reading
      3.5(45)Add rating

      Features award-winning stories by such authors as Gregory Benford, Robert Silverberg, Lisa Tuttle, Orson Scott Card, and J.G. Ballard

      The 1990 Annual World's Best SF
    • The book offers a preserved classic that has played a significant role in human history, now presented in a modern format by Alpha Editions. It has been meticulously reformatted and retyped to ensure clarity and readability, avoiding issues associated with scanned copies. This effort aims to keep the work accessible for both current and future generations, emphasizing its enduring value.

      The Planet That Time Forgot
    • One Against the Moon

      • 168 pages
      • 6 hours of reading

      Set against the backdrop of an early lunar adventure, the story follows a man who, after launching an untested atomic rocket, finds himself stranded on the moon. Emulating Robinson Crusoe, he must survive alone, foraging for food in caves and encountering an intelligent but incomprehensible creature. The arrival of another rocket brings both the promise of rescue and potential peril, heightening the tension in this captivating space opera.

      One Against the Moon