White Fang Goes Dingo
- 192 pages
- 7 hours of reading
Thomas M. Disch Books
Thomas M. Disch was a poet and cynic who brought a camp sensibility and a sardonicism that much sf had lacked to the New Wave of science fiction. His sf novels are stunningly original and among the genre's more accomplished bitter-sweet works. In later years, Disch turned to ironically moralized horror novels that satirize the nightmare of American suburbia through terrible events. His often best-known work is a reworking of a classic fairy tale that became a successful children's animated musical.
A collection of poems which are lyrical and narrative, satirical, rebellious, ribald, uncompromising and honest.
On Wings of Song
- 315 pages
- 12 hours of reading
In his seventh novel, Disch reaches a literary high point in the field of science fiction. At once hilarious and frightening, it follows Daniel Weinreb as he attempts to escape the repressive laws and atmosphere of the isolationist State of Iowa. A rich black comedy of bizarre sexual ambiguity and adventurism.
In this speculative fiction, Thomas M. Disch depicts an alternate 1970s where America is at war with the world and its citizens. Louis Sacchetti, a poet imprisoned for draft resistance, becomes a witness to brutal military experiments at Camp Archimedes, where a drug called Pallidine enhances intelligence but leads to death.
The Wall of America
- 245 pages
- 9 hours of reading
The collection features a diverse array of short fiction, showcasing unique narratives that explore themes of survival, identity, and societal shifts. Stories like "Family of the Post-Apocalypse" delve into life after catastrophe, while "Ringtime" and "White Man" offer poignant reflections on personal and cultural dynamics. Each piece invites readers to engage with thought-provoking scenarios and characters, making it a compelling read for fans of contemporary fiction.
The Word of God: Or, Holy Writ Rewritten
- 180 pages
- 7 hours of reading
Exploring the complexities of divinity, this satirical work delves into the author's unexpected rise to Godhood, blending humor with profound insights. It offers a unique perspective on the challenges and misconceptions surrounding such a revered role, inviting readers to reflect on the nature of power and belief. Through witty anecdotes and clever observations, the narrative unveils the intimate journey of navigating the responsibilities and absurdities of a divine existence.
A novel that follows a former British secret agent who has quit the force, only to find himself trapped in an anonymous place called the Village; known only as 'Number 6', he struggles to maintain his identity in the face of the nameless powers-that-be, who use increasingly sophisticated and terrifying methods to extract his secrets.
Das Geschäft mit dem Grauen
- 270 pages
- 10 hours of reading
Bob was the happiest man in the world. His wife was dead, and no one suspected him of the murder. His mother-in-law was dying, and would probably leave him an inheritance. And with both of them gone, he can wallow in all the beer, chips, and TV a man could ever want... Then Bob's wife came back from the grave. She brought her sadness, her rage, and something worse - her mother. Revenge is a gruesome business. And Bob has hell to pay...
