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Randall Garrett

    December 16, 1927 – December 31, 1987

    Randall Garrett was a master of science fiction, celebrated for his distinctive approach to the genre. His works frequently explored complex social and political structures through engaging narratives. Garrett excelled at crafting intricate worlds and characters that resonate with readers for their depth and believability. His style is characterized by sharp intellect and a prescient ability to envision future trends.

    Randall Garrett
    That Sweet Little Old Lady
    The Foreign Hand Tie
    Thin Edge
    A Spaceship Named McGuire
    Kumar & Clark's Clinical Medicine
    Agassi
    • Agassi

      The Fall and Rise of the Enfant Terrible of Tennis

      • 188 pages
      • 7 hours of reading

      A biography of Andre Agassi. It tells the story of how, as a child, Andre practised with Connors, Borg and Pancho Gonzales; of how he swung from punk rebel to born-again Christian in his teens; and how he soared from 618th to 3rd in the world ranking in his first 30 months as a tennis professional.

      Agassi
    • Kumar & Clark's Clinical Medicine

      • 1576 pages
      • 56 hours of reading

      Kumar and Clark show the importance of the underpinning sciences in the understanding of clinical medicine and explain clearly the epidemiology, examination, differential diagnosis, investigations, and management of disease

      Kumar & Clark's Clinical Medicine
    • The book has been meticulously reformatted and retyped to ensure clarity and readability, preserving its significance in human history. Alpha Editions aims to maintain its legacy by republishing it in a modern format, making it accessible for both present and future generations. This effort emphasizes the importance of the work while providing a fresh presentation that distinguishes it from scanned copies of the original.

      A Spaceship Named McGuire
    • The book is a significant classical work, recognized for its importance throughout human history. Alpha Editions has undertaken the preservation of this text by republishing it in a modern format, ensuring clarity and readability through reformatting and redesigning, rather than using scanned copies. It belongs to the genres of American and Canadian literature, making it a valuable addition for readers interested in these literary traditions.

      Thin Edge
    • Set in a complex world where technology and covert operations intertwine, the story follows a protagonist navigating the treacherous landscape of global intelligence and high-stakes politics. Amidst a backdrop of a war for power, various factions vie for control over valuable resources, leading to shifting loyalties and intense conflict. The narrative is filled with unexpected twists, action-packed scenes, and rich imagery, creating a thrilling tale of espionage and deception that captivates readers, especially fans of science fiction and thrillers.

      The Foreign Hand Tie
    • That Sweet Little Old Lady

      • 138 pages
      • 5 hours of reading

      The narrative centers on the challenge faced by the FBI in apprehending a telepathic spy. While identifying the problem is straightforward, the complexity lies in devising a solution to outsmart an adversary with the ability to read minds. The story explores the intricacies of espionage and the unique hurdles posed by psychic abilities, creating a gripping tale of cat-and-mouse between law enforcement and an elusive foe.

      That Sweet Little Old Lady
    • This edition of a classical work emphasizes the significance of heroism throughout human history. Alpha Editions has undertaken the task of preserving this important text by reformatting and retyping it for modern readers. The book is presented in a clear and readable format, ensuring that it remains accessible to present and future generations, free from the limitations of scanned copies.

      To make a hero
    • Der heilige Stein

      Siebter Roman des Gandalara-Zyklus

      Endlich ist der Ra'ira, der schicksalhafte und unheilvolle Stein, mit dem die Herrschenden ihren Untertanen ihren Willen aufzwingen können, gefunden und kann vernichtet werden. Doch ein neues Unheil bahnt sich an: Gandalara wird bedroht von steigenden Wassermassen und muß aufgegeben werden. Und endlich löst sich das Rätsel, wohin es Ricardo und Antonia verschlagen hat: in die ferne Vergangenheit auf den Grund des leeren Mittelmeerbeckens. Heyne 06/4506

      Der heilige Stein
    • Der Himmel über Gandalara zeigt völlig unvertraute Sternbilder. Wo befindet sich diese merkwürdige Welt? In einem andern Teil der Milchstraße? Ricardo Carillo, den es von der Erde hierher verschlagen hat, weiß es nicht, doch allmählich lernt er sie und ihre Bewohner kennnen. Er ist zum Obmann der Sharith aufgestiegen, der Kriegerkaste der Sha'um-Reiter, und trägt Serkajon, das Schwert eines legendären Helden der Vergangenheit. Und er fühlt sich immer mehr zu Tarani hingezogen, der geheimnisvollen Schönen, die über Psi-Kräfte verfügt.

      Die Bronze von Eddarta. Dritter Roman des Gandalara- Zyklus.
    • Gandalara heißt die rätselhafte Welt, in die es Ricardo Carillo verschlagen hat, eine Welt voll Wüsten und hohen Bergen, die er mit seiner telepathischen Kriegskatze Keeshah durchtreift. Sein größtes Problem ist, daß er sich im Körper eines menschenähnlichen Wesens befindet, dessen Vergangenheit er nicht kennt und dem man aus irgendwelchen Gründen nach dem Leben trachtet. Um Haaresbreite entgeht er einem Anschlag auf sein Leben, bei dem die schöne Tarani, eine Zauberkünstlerin mit hypnotischen Kräften, eine undurchsichtige Rolle spielt. Heyne 06/4501

      Das glas von Dyskornis