Henry Slesar war ein amerikanischer Schriftsteller, der für seine meisterhaften Kurzgeschichten gefeiert wurde. Seine Erzählungen zeichnen sich durch ausgeklügelte Handlungsstränge, unerwartete Wendungen und einen scharfen Einblick in die menschliche Natur aus. Slesar setzte meisterhaft Spannung und psychologische Tiefe ein und schuf so Geschichten, die den Leser fesseln und zum Nachdenken anregen. Sein prägnanter, wirkungsvoller Stil festigte seinen Ruf als bedeutende Stimme in der amerikanischen spekulativen Fiktion.
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Valued throughout history, this book has been carefully preserved and republished in a modern format to ensure its legacy for future generations. The text has been reformatted, retyped, and designed for clarity and readability, avoiding the pitfalls of scanned copies.
The preservation of this significant work ensures its accessibility for future generations, featuring a modern reformatting that enhances clarity and readability. The book has been meticulously retyped and designed, avoiding scanned copies to maintain quality. Its historical importance is highlighted, making it a valuable addition to both contemporary and future literary collections.
The novelization expands on the storyline of the Columbia Pictures film, providing deeper insights into the characters and plot. Originally featured in the sole issue of AMAZING STORIES NOVEL, it captures the essence of the film while offering a unique narrative experience. Readers can expect a blend of adventure and imagination that reflects the film's themes, making it an intriguing addition for fans of both the movie and speculative fiction.
Wie man auf elegante Weise aus Leuten Leichen macht das erzählt keiner raffinierter und mit mehr Witz als er. Hier sind sie, die besten Krimigeschichten des einmaligen Henry Slesar, der selbst hartgesottene Männer das Gruseln lehrt. Geschichten, wie sie das Leben nie ganz hinkriegt, augenzwinkernd erzählt von einem »friedfertigen Mann mit ungewöhnlicher krimineller Begabung natürlich nur auf literarischem Gebiet« (Alfred Hitchcock) böse, bissig und immer wieder verblüffend, denn: »Bei den Kurzkrimis von Henry Slesar ist nur eins sicher: Sie gehen ganz anders aus, als man denkt« (Reinhard Hillich/Deutschlandradio Kultur, Berlin).
An anthology of classic science fiction tales from the 1950s.
Two classic science fiction novels in one book. "The Secret of Marracott Deep" by Henry Slesar and "Pawn of the Black Fleet" by Mark Clifton.
The story follows Jerry Bridges, who faces a moral dilemma while sitting across from his employer. Torn between maintaining his comfortable position at a prestigious newspaper and pursuing a potentially explosive story, he grapples with his instincts as a journalist. This internal conflict highlights themes of ambition, ethics, and the struggle for truth in a high-stakes environment. As the narrative unfolds, readers witness Bridges' battle between caution and the drive to uncover a significant story.