Lester del Rey was surely one of science fiction's most happily argumentative representatives, an authority on a variety of subjects far too wide to list, and with a command of language, agility of mind, and the total confidence to pass as an authority on any subject. In an odd way, this is what science fiction is all about-the ability to convince the reader, or the listener, of the absolute reality of total impossibilities. But of course, one needs more than gall, a good mind, and command of the langugae. One needs talent ...
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Lester del Rey was surely one of science fiction's most happily argumentative representatives, an authority on a variety of subjects far too wide to list, and with a command of language, agility of mind, and the total confidence to pass as an authority on any subject. In an odd way, this is what science fiction is all about-the ability to convince the reader, or the listener, of the absolute reality of total impossibilities. But of course, one needs more than gall, a good mind, and command of the langugae. One needs talent, and professionalism, and experience-three qualities that add up to the controlled power which is the key to the finest of Lester del Rey's writing. Of which these five stories from the Golden Age of Science Fiction are a prime example: "Vengeance is Mine," "Superstition," "Life Watch," "For I Am a Jealous People," and "Pursuit."
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Very Good. Location SS Cover fold, former owner's name in ink FFEP. Contents: Vengeance Is Mine; Superstition; Life Watch; For I Am A Jealous People! ; Pursuit.
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Used; Good. Used; Good. Ballantine 1973 MMP. Text is clean and unmarked. Covers have moderate wear. Spine is tight. Book Condition; Good. 1973. MASS MARKET PAPERBACK.
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Good. Signed Copy First edition copy. Collectible-Good. From the library of science fiction and fantasy writer, editor, publisher and prolific book reviewer D. Douglas Fratz. Mass Market Paperback edition. First edition. Signed/Inscribed by author Lester Del Rey on front endpage. In protective plastic bag. (Vintage paperbacks, science fiction, fantasy, short story collection)
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