Colin Greenland is an award-winning science fiction author whose works have been translated into a dozen languages and broadcast on national radio. His writing is characterized by vast imagination and a keen insight into human society, often exploring themes of the future and progress. Greenland's style is inventive and his narratives compelling, making him a significant figure in the science fiction genre.
Captain Tabitha Jute finds herself in a dire situation, having lost command of the alien starship Plenty and the loyalty of its diverse crew. Captured beneath the ominous twin stars of Capella, she faces the manipulative Guardians and the oppressive Seraphim. As they orchestrate a frightening experiment on humanity, Jute's only hope lies in a reckless journey into a dying star system. Driven by her determination, she seeks to reclaim Plenty and uncover the Capellans' ultimate secrets, revealing her fierce resolve against her captors.
Her father's advice seemed only sensible. The Flying island of high Haven was a dangerous place. So what was she doing down on the docks at midnight, talking to the sinister gentleman with the iron jaw.
In an attempt to escape the solar system, renegade space jockey Tabitha Jute and her crew of escaped criminal psychopaths direct their planet-sized starship toward the unexplored Proxima Centauri, but they are targeted by a hijacker.
The barbarians are coming and what do they bring? A vivid, turbulent novel following the fates of two very different people in a land that is not their own drawn together at The Hour Of The Thin Ox In tranquil, prosperous Bryland, a young heiress learns of a new engine of war which will bring terrible change in its wake. In the distant, arrogant nation of Escaly, the elderly Imperial Geometer is sent upon an unexpected and frightening mission. In the dark, feverish jungles of Belanesi, a strange half-human people wait for a season of rain and the call of a mysterious piper. At the Hour of the Thin Ox three cultures collide, with violent and paradoxical consequences.
Walled off from a world it no longer remembers, the city of Thryn decays in arrogant isolation. Its ancient scriptures tell of the god,Gomath, who will one day return to perfect his city. But his return has been long awaited.In a bizarre coincidence of events, Lupio, a cynical and decadent young aristocrat, is unwillingly entangled in the prophecy. Appalled, he decides to break ancient law and flee the city. He joins up with Dubilier, a failed poet and dreamer, who is trying to escape from the death of inspiration and love. Together they travel through uncharted lands in search of the lost god. One of them wants to find him. The other certainly does not...
First published in 1984, "Magnetic Storm" followed in the groundbreaking footsteps of the million-selling "Views" (1975). Once again employing a large format and lavish production to showcase the unique art and design of Roger Dean, this iconic book was a retrospective of the astonishing breadth of work accomplished since the publication of its predecessor. Through "Views" and "Magnetic Storm," Roger Dean established a devoted readership, while "Dragon's Dream" (2008) demonstrates how his visionary work has continued to illuminate an age of digital animation, computer games, and virtual worlds. Embracing designs for record sleeves, rock stages, movie projects, architecture, games consoles, landscapes, and books, "Magnetic Storm" features everything from innovative aircraft livery to the Yes logo. This new edition streamlines the original format and retains the combination of concept sketches and the finished works. Featuring revised design and typography, a new foreword, and a newly finished painting that Roger supplied especially for the front cover of this edition, "Magnetic Storm" showcases and celebrates the art that defined an era.
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