Keith Laumer

Broschiertes Buch

Greylorn

Beschreibung

Commander Greylorn must find a lost colony and beg it to come to Earths aid. But before he can accomplish this he must first survive a mutiny aboard his own star ship. A taut story of interplanetary intrigue and adventure!

Autor

Keith Laumer (1925-1993) was a notable American science fiction author renowned for his contributions to the genre, particularly in the realm of space opera and military science fiction. Born in Syracusa, New York, Laumer served as a U.S. Air Force officer, an experience that profoundly influenced his writing, infusing it with detailed military and strategic elements. He began his writing career in the 1950s, gaining recognition for his imaginative storytelling and inventive world-building. Laumer is perhaps best known for his Bolo series, featuring sentient tanks engaged in futuristic warfare, which became a hallmark of his career. His works, including The Star-Sent Knaves, often explore themes of interstellar adventure, political intrigue, and cosmic conflict, reflecting his fascination with galactic empires and space battles. His narrative style is marked by action-packed plots and complex character development. Throughout his career, Laumer's contributions helped shape modern science fiction, making him a significant figure in the genre. His ability to blend futuristic technology with compelling storylines has left a lasting impact on science fiction literature.

Produktdetails

• Verlag: Wilder Publications
• Seitenzahl: 80
• Erscheinungstermin: 11. Januar 2009
• Englisch
• Abmessung: 203mm x 127mm x 5mm
• Gewicht: 97g
• ISBN-13: 9781604596519
• ISBN-10: 1604596511
• Artikelnr.: 25891348