The Dogtown Tourist Agency and Freitzke's Turn
Author : Jack Vance
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Page : 214 pages
File Size : 21,62 MB
Release : 2005
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ISBN : 9780971237513
Author : Jack Vance
Publisher :
Page : 214 pages
File Size : 21,62 MB
Release : 2005
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ISBN : 9780971237513
Author : Jack Vance
Publisher : Spatterlight Press
Page : 77 pages
File Size : 26,39 MB
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ISBN : 1619470527
Author : Jack Vance
Publisher : Hachette UK
Page : 173 pages
File Size : 21,82 MB
Release : 2012-04-16
Category : Fiction
ISBN : 0575109793
Miro Hetzel is an effectuator: a private investigator and gentleman of the Gaean Reach. This book contains two stories of his adventures. "The Dogtown Tourist Agency" - The Istagam Corporation has found an inexpensive means of manufacturing technical goods which greatly undercuts its competition. Hetzel, hired by that competition, must trace down the mysterious Istagam and discover their secret. His investigation leads him to the dangerous and exotic planet Maz, whose inhuman inhabitants' life cycle is dependent upon conflict and warfare. There he becomes embroiled in murder. "Freitzke's Turn" - Hetzel must locate one Faurence Dacre, a brilliant surgeon and sociopath who has stolen the body parts of Hetzel's client. In order to locate Dacre, Hetzel must retrace the man's history to find his likely hiding place.
Author : Miguel Lugo
Publisher : AuthorHouse
Page : 82 pages
File Size : 33,96 MB
Release : 2010-12
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ISBN : 1452096309
Jack Vance's stories have won the Hugo, Nebula, World Fantasy and Edgar awards, and he has been honored as a Grand Master of the genre. This book highlights some of his most famous quotes, passages and excerpts, all in his inimitable and distinctive style. The selections are organized into broad themes such as philosophy, love, religion, footnotes and prefaces, arguments and discussions, bargaining, advice, and even trivia questions! Relive your enjoyment of these wonderous works with the author as he recounts how and when he first encountered them during his Life in Science Fiction. "Is all this clear" "You speak with authority! I must accept your concepts." (Throy; VIII, 4)
Author : David Pringle
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Page : 440 pages
File Size : 45,71 MB
Release : 1990
Category : Literary Criticism
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For every science fiction fan, Pringle has compiled descriptions, reviews, and ratings of more than 3,000 science fiction books. Includes a unique rating system, brief statements and reviews by critics, and a guide to sequels, related titles, and film versions.
Author : Jack Vance
Publisher : Underwood-Miller
Page : 194 pages
File Size : 46,33 MB
Release : 1980
Category : Antiques & Collectibles
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Author : Daniel G. Marowski
Publisher :
Page : 696 pages
File Size : 19,69 MB
Release : 1985
Category : American literature
ISBN : 9780810344099
Entries includes critical commentary, brief biographical information, a portrait when available, a list of principal works, and may also include a further reading section about creative writers in the young adult genre.
Author : Michael Andre-Driussi
Publisher : Sirius Fiction
Page : 218 pages
File Size : 44,45 MB
Release : 2014-11-01
Category : Fiction
ISBN : 0964279576
A dictionary-style guide to the science fiction worlds of Jack Vance. A souvenir of the worlds you have visited in the past! A planning guide for your next excursion off world! A handy survival manual for unexpected occasions! A reference work on the science fiction of award-winning Grand Master Jack Vance! A handbook!
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Page : 412 pages
File Size : 29,8 MB
Release : 1980
Category : Fantasy fiction
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Page : 128 pages
File Size : 28,90 MB
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Category : Popular culture
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