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Lavie Tidhar

    November 16, 1976

    Lavie Tidhar is a prolific author whose work transcends genre boundaries, celebrated for his ability to weave literary techniques with science fiction and fantasy elements. His narratives often delve into themes of identity, memory, and the impact of history on the present, characterized by a distinctive style and fresh perspectives on familiar archetypes. Tidhar's stories are noted for their raw atmosphere and a profound engagement with cultural and social contexts, offering readers a unique and thought-provoking experience.

    Lavie Tidhar
    Best of British Science Fiction 2020
    Maror
    Great Game
    Best of British Science Fiction 2018
    The Lunacy Commission
    The Violent Century
    • The Violent Century

      • 332 pages
      • 12 hours of reading
      4.4(30)Add rating

      "A torrid tour de force." --James Ellroy "Like Watchmen on crack."--io9 "If John le Carre wrote a superhero novel about the Cold War, it might be this good." --Charles Stross A bold experiment has mutated a small fraction of humanity. Nations race to harness the gifted, putting them to increasingly dark ends. At the dawn of global war, flashy American superheroes square off against sinister Germans and dissolute Russians. Increasingly depraved scientists conduct despicable research in the name of victory British agents Fogg and Oblivion, recalled to the Retirement Bureau, have kept a treacherous secret for over forty years. But all heroes must choose when to join the fray, and to whom their allegiance is owed--even for just one perfect summer's day. From the World Fantasy Award-winning author of Central Station comes a sweeping novel of history, adventure, and what it means to be a hero.

      The Violent Century
    • The Lunacy Commission

      • 168 pages
      • 6 hours of reading

      "Lavie Tidhar's novel A Man Lies Dreaming introduced Adolf Hitler as a down-at-heels private detective, forced to eke out a miserable living in 1930s London. Forgotten by history, the man now calling himself Wolf is the lowest of the low, suffering fresh humiliations at every turn. Now Wolf is back, in five darkly comic new stories that see him take on blackmail, murder, and theft - not to mention his old comrades."--Provided by publisher

      The Lunacy Commission
    • Best of British Science Fiction 2018

      • 314 pages
      • 11 hours of reading

      This anthology features twenty-six compelling stories that explore diverse themes in science fiction, including the fragility of pristine worlds and the complexities of human relationships marked by mistrust and isolation. It delves into issues of alienation, the rebranding of slavery, and the criminalization of bodily autonomy. The narratives highlight ongoing struggles against injustice and the necessity of reexamining past rebellions. Additionally, it confronts the implications of AI on storytelling, offering a thought-provoking reflection on the future of narrative itself.

      Best of British Science Fiction 2018
    • Great Game

      • 432 pages
      • 16 hours of reading

      Airship battles, Frankenstein monsters, alien tripods and Houdini: The Great Game is a cranked-up steampunk thriller in which nothing is certain - not even death.

      Great Game
    • Set in Israel across four decades, Maror is a story of life and death, politics and history.

      Maror
    • Best of British Science Fiction 2020

      • 280 pages
      • 10 hours of reading

      The collection features twenty-six standout science fiction stories from 2020, curated by editor Donna Scott. Each tale explores diverse themes such as heroism, loss, and wonder, showcasing a range of voices and styles from various authors. This anthology highlights the richness of contemporary sci-fi, offering readers a glimpse into imaginative worlds and thought-provoking narratives.

      Best of British Science Fiction 2020
    • Containing all three Bookman History novels: The Bookman Camera Obscura The Great Game File Under: Steampunk [ Alternate History! Diabolical Anarchists! Murder Most Foul The End of Days ]

      The Bookman Histories
    • "26 new short stories representing the state of the art in international science fiction, selected by Lavie Tidhar. The Best of World SF draws together stories from across the spectrum of science fiction - expect robots, spaceships and time travel, as well as some really weird stuff - representing twenty-one countries and five continents."--Provided by publisher

      The Best of World SF