Set against a backdrop of Cold War paranoia, this futuristic novel about identity and technology is "one of the unrecognized classics of SF" ( Locus).East and West have fused into separate superstates known as the Allied National Government (ANG) and the Soviet International Bloc (SIB). As the Cold War rages, brilliant scientist Lucas Martino works on a top-secret project known only as K-Eighty-eight that could alter the balance of world power. The project...

A Hugo Award Finalist: Humanity struggles to understand a killing labyrinth discovered on the Moon in this science fiction adventure about death and rebirthHugo and Nebula Award–winning author Robert Silverberg credits Rogue Moon with containing "the most terrifying pages in any SF novel I have ever read."A monstrous apparatus has been found on the surface of the moon. It devours and destroys in ways so incomprehensible to humans that a new language...

Fourteen exciting stories by Hugo and Nebula nominated author Algis Budys, one of science fiction’s most influential authors. More than 250 pages of unforgettable adventure! If you enjoyed this book, you’ll want to search on “Positronic Super Pack” and check out all our other Super Packs!The BarbariansThe Stoker and the StarsCitadelRiya’s FoundlingThe Rag and Bone MenDesire No MoreWall of Crystal, Ey...

They were the hired gun-rabble of the System, engaged in the dirtiest, most thankless racket in all the worlds. But Ash Holcomb was doing all right, until the girl walked out of his past with high stakes in her pockets and murder in her eyes!

A science fiction adventure told from the point of view of aliens who crash-land on Earth and must assimilate in secret—until their human cover is blownBudrys's final novel opens with the report of a man found electrocuted on suburban train tracks in Shoreview, Illinois. Neville Sealman appeared to be just another commuter, but after his tragic death, no one comes forward to claim his body. And a routine autopsy reveals some disturbing physiological anomalies. Then...

Futuristic Setting: The story is set in a technologically advanced society where scientific discoveries and technological advancements have profound implications for humanity. The setting provides a backdrop for exploring the impact of these advancements on society and individuals.Central Mystery: The plot revolves around a central mystery or enigmatic phenomenon that the characters must investigate. This mystery is often tied to advanced technology or otherworldly elements, driving the na...

Die, Shadow! by Algis Budrys is a science fiction novel that combines elements of suspense and psychological drama with speculative technology. Set in a future world, the novel explores themes of identity, control, and the impact of advanced technology on human behavior.The story is set in a futuristic society where advanced technology has enabled the creation of powerful and dangerous "shadows." These shadows are essentially artificial beings or constructs that can manipulate and control ...

This audiobook is narrated by a digital voice.He began as a hero. Eons later and auniverse away, he became instead a god! Algis Budrys was the Hugo and Nebula award nominated author of Rogue Moon and Michaelmas.

Published less than a decade into the Internet era, this remarkable science fiction novel foreshadows many of the world's technological advancesOne of the world's wealthiest and most influential men, journalist Laurent Michaelmas lives in a penthouse overlooking New York City's Central Park with his superintelligent computer, Domino. He attained his fame and power after hacking into the worldwide computer network. He then went on to use his unique gifts to create a...

In a post-revolution world, League President Kimmensen and his protege Bendix face a new threat - the charismatic and ruthless Messerschmidt. As Messerschmidt gains popularity, Kimmensen clings to his fraying legacy. When Messerschmidt rigs an election, Kimmensen and Bendix tamper with results. But their world views collide when the Northwesters attack, and Kimmensen resorts to desperate measures to defend the League's fragile freedom. Amid shifting power dynamics and looming war, Kimmense...

Algis Budrys' science fiction writing career is long and storied. This collection of his early stories published in science fiction pulp magazines is a window into his imagination and style.Perfect for readers who crave the golden age of science fiction, this collection showcases Budrys' masterful storytelling from the legendary pulp magazine era. With thrilling tales of space colonies, alien encounters, and telepathic mysteries, these early works demonstrate why Budrys became one ...

In "Citadel," Budrys presents a futuristic world where humanity has colonized distant planets. The story likely revolves around a character or group of characters who find themselves embroiled in a conflict or mystery within this interstellar society.The title "Citadel" suggests a central location of power or authority within the narrative, which may play a significant role in the plot. The story may explore themes such as politics, power struggles, identity, and the nature of civilization...