A rich anthology of short stories from the Grand Dame of Science Fiction and Fantasy.For decades, Andre Norton forged a truly individual legacy. Garnering a devoted legion of fans for her series, including the Witch World sagas, her boundless imagination and literary skill earned her numerous accolades including the Science Fiction Writers of America Grand Master Award and World Fantasy Award for Life Achievement, culminating with the establishment of her High Hall...

The "imaginative . . . intriguing" far-future novel about the telepathic bond of friendship between human and animal—from the New York Times bestselling author ( Booklist).Exiled after his home planet was turned into a military outpost following an interstellar war, Troy Horan is relocated to the planet of Korwar. Under the watchful eye of the police state, he lives in the Dipple, a restricted area for subcitizens. He works as a day laborer in an ...

The Andre Norton MEGAPACK® collects 15 classic works by the Grand Master of Science Fiction, ranging from science fiction to westerns to mystery. Included are:"The People of the Crater""The Gifts of Asti""Plague Ship""Star Born""All Cats Are Gray""The Time Traders""Voodoo Planet""Storm Over Warlock""Star Hunter""The Defiant Agents""Key Out of Time""Ralestone Luck" (historical)"Ride Proud, Rebel!" (h...

Adventurous maidens and sinister mages clash in these magical tales by a World Fantasy Lifetime Achievement Award winner and "one of the all-time masters" (Peter Straub).Three different young women, each endowed with extraordinary abilities, pit their powers against warriors, wizards, and royal intrigue to preserve their worlds and stem the tide of evil.Mirror of Destiny: Transformed by a powerful talisman, the orphaned apprentice Twilla defies her ...

Two full-length novels of the Witch World, set in the time of the greatest and most terrible cataclysm in its history: the Turning.Long ago, the realm of the Witch World was in mortal peril from ruthless, seemingly unstoppable invaders. In a final, desperate bid for salvation, all of the witches of Escarp combined their strength and moved the very mountains to stop the enemy. But in doing so, they forever changed the face of their world, sacrificing themselves and ...

A young heir is drawn into a labyrinth of deception, death, and magical destiny in this bold adventure in the bestselling Witch World series.Kethan is heir to the throne of Car Do Prawn in the realm of Arvon—but there is little he has to be proud of. He can sense trouble brewing amongst the people. And he can feel the weight of those who wish to bend his will to their own. From his overbearing mother, the Lady Heroise, and her duplicitous Wise Woman, Ursilla, to hi...

A teenage orphan girl must mend a magical conflict in this "superb adventure story" from the New York Times–bestselling author of The Hands of Lyr ( Science Fiction Chronicle).The king's lottery has determined that Twilla, a young orphaned apprentice of a renowned wise woman, must marry—for only the wedded can survive the terrible fate awaiting those who penetrate the primeval forest. Altered by a talisman of great power, she escapes her ...

An archaeology student is transported back to an ancient Ethiopian kingdom where, reborn as a warrior priestess, she must save their civilization from an evil as old as timeArchaeology student and expert in African history Tallahassee Mitford has been asked to authenticate some ancient artifacts. But there's a strange energy emanating from the relics, which, according to legend, can hold the soul of an entire nation. As she examines an ankh, talisman of the Egyptia...

A trilogy of swords, sorcery and spectacular adventure set in the Witch World.Sword of Ice: A simple half-breed serving under Lord Hervon in the unending battle against the Forces of Darkness, young Yonan never thought he was made for warfare. Then he discovers a strange sword: an ancient blade of incredible power that holds the spirit of the ancient hero Tolar that will forge Yonan into the greatest weapon in Witch World.Sword of Lost Battles

Science fiction meets sword and sorcery in these three novels by the legendary New York Times – bestselling author and "superb storyteller" ( The New York Times).On a planet in a parallel universe where magic is a reality, these three high fantasy novels of the Witch World set on the eastern continent of Estcarp once again illustrate why prolific author Andre Norton was named a Grand Master by the Science Fiction ...

Few authors have achieved such renown as World Fantasy Life Achievement honoree and Science Fiction Writers of America Grand Master Andre Norton. With the love of readers and the praise of critics, Norton's books have sold millions of copies worldwide.She can see, but she cannot forestall . . . Gwennan Daggert, caught in an underworld of eternity, of hellish nightmares and beautiful dreams, of time and no time, must now fulfill the destiny she can no longer deny.

Imaginative stories of dark powers, courageous heroes, and breathtaking adventure from "one of the pioneer women in science fiction" (Anne McCaffrey).In a career spanning from the Golden Age of science fiction and fantasy to the modern age, Andre Norton's brilliant mind and inimitable talents forged an unforgettable legacy in literature. From all-encompassing world-building sagas to charming short stories, her works remain fascinating and compelling reading for lov...