Robert A. Heinlein Books
Robert Heinlein was an American author celebrated as one of the most influential and popular science fiction writers. His works, often categorized as 'hard science fiction,' set a high standard for scientific and engineering plausibility, elevating the genre's literary quality. He pioneered breaking into mainstream publications, reaching a broad audience and solidifying his lasting impact on the literary landscape.
The Door Into Summer
- 310 pages
- 11 hours of reading
Dan Davis was tricked by an unscrupulous business partner and a greedy fiancee into spending thirty years in suspended animation just when he was on the verge of a success beyond his wildest dreams. But when he awoke in the future, he discovered he had the means to travel back in time -- and get his revenge!
This national bestseller marks its first paperback release from a celebrated science fiction author. Renowned for their imaginative storytelling, the book promises a captivating exploration of futuristic themes and complex characters, appealing to both longtime fans and new readers alike.
Time for the Stars
- 186 pages
- 7 hours of reading
With over-population stretching the resources of Earth, the need to find and colonize other Terra-type planets is becoming crucial to the survival of the human race. But finding these planets is time-consuming and very costly.
Destinies Vol. 2, No. 4
The Paperback Magazine of Science Fiction and Speculative Fact, Fall 1980
- 320 pages
- 12 hours of reading
Short stories.
The Moon is a Harsh Mistress
- 384 pages
- 14 hours of reading
'The best book Robert A. Heinlein ever wrote' F&FS;
It is told through the eyes of Starship Trooper Johnny Rico, from his idealistic enlistment in the infantry of the future, through his rigorous training to the command of his own platoon of infantrymen. His destiny is a galactic war of unlimited violence and destruction, in which he and his fellow troopers scour the metal-strewn emptiness of space to hunt down a terrifying enemy - an insect life form which threatens the very future of mankind.
The wit and wisdom of the author of multiple New York Times bestsellers is collected in this volume that offers Heinlein fans a guided tour through the thoughts and insights of one of the most influential writers in American literature (New York Times Book Review). Original.
Red Planet
- 172 pages
- 7 hours of reading
A colony of earthmen, struggling to survive on Mars, battle against the humans who plan to exploit the planet's native life forms
Have Space Suit—Will Travel
- 256 pages
- 9 hours of reading
Kip from midwest Centerville USA works the summer before college as a pharmacy soda jerk, and wins an authentic stripped-down spacesuit in a soap contest. He answers a distress radio call from Peewee, scrawny rag doll-clutching genius aged 11. With the comforting cop Mother Thing, three-eyed tripod Wormfaces kidnap them to the Moon and Pluto.
