Kate Beauchamp, police detective on leave, isn't planning anything more strenuous than a meal and a kip in the ferry lounge. Until it turns into everyone's worst nightmare: a ferry disaster that claims almost all lives on board.
Een Geschiedenis van de Science Fiction
Gedetailleerd overzicht van de fantastische literatuur en de toekomst- romans, waarvan de schrijver de oorsprong nagaat tot in de klassieke oudheid.
Two gods, two houses, one quest and the eternal war between life and death. To save his kingdom, Anubis, Lord of the Dead, sends forth his servant on a mission of vengeance. At the same time, from The House of Life, Osiris sends forth his son, Horus, on the same mission to destroy utterly & forever The Prince Who Was a Thousand. But neither of these superhuman warriors is prepared for the strange & harrowing world of mortal life. The Thing That Cries in the Night may well destroy not only their worlds, but all humankind. As Zelazny did with the Hindu pantheon in the legendary, groundbreaking classic Lord of Light, the master storyteller here breathes new life into the Egyptian gods with another dazzling tale of mythology and imagination.
Journey through diverse landscapes, from the boundaries of reality and madness in the north to the icy expanses of Antarctica with three Chilean women. Explore enchanted realms in search of a mystical harp that straddles the line between life and death, and traverse all directions on and off the compass. The narrative unfolds through a collection of works, including reflections on the nature of existence and the human experience. Each piece invites readers to contemplate profound themes, such as the intersection of reality and illusion, the complexities of time, and the essence of desire. With a mix of speculative fiction and poignant storytelling, the anthology showcases a range of voices and styles, offering a rich tapestry of ideas. From shipwrecked tales to explorations of personal and collective journeys, the stories resonate with a sense of wonder and inquiry. The collection is a tribute to the imaginative possibilities of literature, encouraging readers to navigate the intricate pathways of thought and emotion that define our lives. It is a celebration of the diverse landscapes of the mind and spirit, inviting exploration and reflection on the myriad experiences that shape our understanding of the world.
Since its colonization by Earth, Pacifica has flourished. Now, under the guidance of Chairman Carlotta Madigan and her lover and Minister of Media, Royce Lindbold, it is the galaxy's supreme electronic democracy, a Utopian world where both sexes equally serve and are served by the Media. But there are those who would have it otherwise, who have come to Pacifica to turn its very freedom into an instrument of its bondage, who have launched a devastating media war on Pacifica to divide... and conquer.
Een naar aardse maatstaven onovertroffen telepaat moet waarmaken dat hij is opgewassen tegen het superbrein van een gewetenloos buitenaards wezen.
Meedogenloos jaagt rechercheur Groesjko op de Russische maffia
In het nieuwe Rusland gaat een Moskouse detective een tijdje meedraaien in de succesvolle anti-mafia afdeling van de politie van St. Petersburg.
Dokter Evelyn Sutcliffe ontvangt een mand met giftige paddestoelen... Medische thriller
Een vrouwelijke arts in een ziekenhuis in New York ontvangt een mand met giftige paddestoelen wat de dood van een verpleger ten gevolge heeft.
