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Harry Turtledove

    June 14, 1949

    Harry Turtledove is a master of alternate history, celebrated for his original approach to the genre. He crafts extensive and detailed worlds where he explores the 'what ifs' of pivotal historical events unfolding differently. His works frequently focus on military conflicts and their ramifications, offering fresh perspectives on familiar scenarios. Turtledove is known for his ability to immerse readers in complex alternative realities, thereby enriching the alternate history genre and bringing it into the mainstream.

    Harry Turtledove
    Out Of The Darkness
    Leviathans: Armored Skies
    Last Orders
    Owls to Athens
    House of Daniel
    Through the Darkness
    • 2023

      The Wages of Sin

      • 288 pages
      • 11 hours of reading

      Set in an alternate history where HIV spreads in the 1500s, a patriarchal society reacts to the epidemic by drastically limiting interactions between genders, confining women and stifling technological progress. In this altered mid-19th century England, Viola emerges as a bright young woman, confined by societal norms yet fueled by her passion for medicine and travel. With her dreams confined to the pages of books, she navigates a world marked by fear and restriction, seeking knowledge and adventure despite her circumstances.

      The Wages of Sin
    • 2022

      From the modern master of alternate history, a novel of alien contact set in the tumultuous year of 1974, Watergate scandal and all.

      Three Miles Down
    • 2021

      Leviathans: Armored Skies

      • 318 pages
      • 12 hours of reading

      IT IS THE DAWN OF A NEW AGE... At the beginning of the 20th century, the world was forever changed by the discovery of electroid, a strange liquid that allowed for lighter-than-air travel. Militaries around the world rushed to develop new vessels based on this amazing invention, resulting in a class of flying ships unlike anything ever seen before...the leviathan. Now, the skies are filled with massive armored warships that soar through the air, armed with devastating cannons that can lay waste to an enemy vessel in moments. The nations of the world have entered into a dangerous new arms race, and all it will take is the right spark to set off a war that will ensnare the nations on and around the European continent...and may engulf the world... Featuring stories by: William H. Keith, Jr. Michael J. Ciaravella Steven Mohan, Jr. Bryn Bills Blaine Lee Pardoe S.M. Stirling Harry Turtledove Tyler Whitney

      Leviathans: Armored Skies
    • 2021

      Lest Darkness Fall by L. Sprague de Camp is a seminal work in science fiction that established the alternate-history subgenre. It follows Martin Padway's time travel to 6th-century Rome, where he attempts to alter history. This influential book has inspired numerous authors and includes new stories in its 2021 edition.

      Lest Darkness Fall & Timeless Tales Written in Tribute
    • 2020

      Set in the near future, And the Last Trump Shall Sound is prophetic warning about where we, as a nation, may be headed. A politically torn nation watches as the Republicans solidify their hold over the US with a series of electoral victories and judicial appointments. Mike Pence leads the country, succeeding Donald Trump as the flag-bearer of an increasingly dogmatic movement.There are parts of the country, however, that cannot abide by what they view as a betrayal of the nation's founding principles. At what point do these communities break down and the unthinkable suddenly becomes the only possible solution...the end of the Union.Harry Turtledove, James Morrow, and Cat Rambo give us three novellas, each following the other, describing the frightening possible consequences of our increased polarization--a dire warning to all of us about where we may be headed unless we can learn to come together again.

      And the Last Trump Shall Sound: A Future History of America
    • 2020

      Salamis

      • 268 pages
      • 10 hours of reading

      Set in 306 BC, the story follows the independent polis of Rhodes as it navigates alliances amidst the power struggles of Alexander the Great's former marshals. When Demetrios seeks support against Ptolemaios, the Rhodians refuse, prompting Menedemos and Sostratos to travel to Egypt with crucial news. Their journey leads them to Alexandria and Memphis, but they are reluctantly drawn into a significant naval conflict as Ptolemaios enlists their ship, the Aphrodite, for his military campaign against Demetrios.

      Salamis
    • 2020

      Galaxy's Edge Magazine

      Issue 48 January 2021

      • 116 pages
      • 5 hours of reading

      This publication features a diverse collection of science fiction and fantasy stories, showcasing innovative ideas and imaginative worlds. Each issue includes contributions from both established and emerging authors, offering readers a blend of thrilling narratives, thought-provoking themes, and rich character development. The magazine aims to explore the boundaries of genre, inviting readers to engage with speculative concepts and fantastical elements that challenge perceptions of reality.

      Galaxy's Edge Magazine
    • 2019

      Alpha and Omega

      • 480 pages
      • 17 hours of reading
      3.7(83)Add rating

      New York Times bestselling author Harry Turtledove reveals a new side of his potent imagination in a gripping speculative novel about the End of Days—and a discovery in the Middle East that turns the world upside down. What would happen if the ancient prophecy of the End of Days came true? It is certainly the last thing Eric Katz, a secular archaeologist from Los Angeles, expects during what should be a routine dig in Jerusalem. But perhaps higher forces have something else in mind when a sign presaging the rising of the Third Temple is located in America, a dirty bomb is detonated in downtown Tel Aviv, and events conspire to place a team of archaeologists in the tunnels deep under the Temple Mount. There, Eric is witness to a discovery of such monumental proportions that nothing will ever be the same again. Harry Turtledove is the master at portraying ordinary people caught up in extraordinary events, and what is more extraordinary than the incontrovertible proof that there truly is a higher force controlling human destiny? But as to what that force desires . . . well, that is the question.

      Alpha and Omega
    • 2018

      Galaxy's Edge Magazine

      Issue 35, November 2018

      • 106 pages
      • 4 hours of reading

      This publication showcases a diverse range of imaginative stories, blending elements of science fiction and fantasy. It features works from both established and emerging authors, exploring innovative concepts, fantastical worlds, and thought-provoking themes. Readers can expect a mix of adventure, exploration, and introspection, making it a captivating read for fans of speculative fiction. Each issue promises to challenge perceptions and ignite the imagination through its unique narratives and creative storytelling.

      Galaxy's Edge Magazine
    • 2018

      Armistice

      • 432 pages
      • 16 hours of reading
      3.7(29)Add rating

      "Set in an alternate 1950s in which General MacArthur ignites a nuclear war that nearly destroys the planet. The third and final installment in the series that began with Bombs Away and continued with Fallout"-- Provided by publisher

      Armistice