Valley of Pretenders

The book explores the significant impact of Stanley G. Weinbaum on the science fiction genre, despite his brief career. It highlights how John Russell Fearn, inspired by Weinbaum, sought to emulate his style and increase his publication success through pseudonymous writing. The collection features Fearn's pastiches, which gained popularity during the booming American SF magazine market of the late 1930s. This volume, along with its predecessor, offers a unique insight into the evolution of science fiction during the pulps' golden era, complete with background notes.