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Holy Moley Sci-Fi Fans!!! The funbelievable fourteenth volume of the Golden Age of Science Fiction!! Featuring: Problem on Balak, by Roger Dee Star, Bright, by Mark Clifton Man in a Sewing Machine, by L.J. Stecher Point of Departure, by Vaughan Shelton Of All Possible Worlds, by William Tenn End as a World, by F.L. Wallace Arm of the Law, by Harry Harrison Subspace Survivors, by Edward E. Smith Prison Of A Billion Years, by C.H. Thames The Nothing Equation, by Tom Godwin

"Forget Me Nearly" is set in a future where memory erasure technology is readily available. The protagonist, a man named Joe, decides to undergo the procedure to forget a painful breakup with his girlfriend, Sally. However, due to a mix-up at the memory clinic, Joe's memory is only partially erased. He wakes up believing that he is still in love with Sally but cannot remember why they broke up.As Joe tries to navigate his confusing feelings and understand what went wrong in his relationshi...

"Delay in Transit" is a science fiction novel that explores themes of space travel, interstellar communication, and the challenges faced by space travelers. The story centers around a situation where a critical delay occurs in a space mission or transit, impacting the characters involved.The plot typically involves the technical and interpersonal difficulties that arise from the delay, examining how the characters cope with the unexpected challenges and the implications for their mission. ...

In *The Assistant Self*, F. L. Wallace explores identity, autonomy, and the uneasy boundary between human intention and delegated intelligence, themes central to mid-twentieth-century science fiction. The book situates personal consciousness within a technologically mediated world, asking what remains of the "self" when responsibility, judgment, and even desire are increasingly externalized. Wallace's prose is characteristically economical and idea-driven, shaped by the magazine-fiction tr...

"Bolden's Pets" is set in a future where interstellar travel is possible. The story follows the character of Mr. Bolden, a space trader who makes a living by capturing and selling exotic creatures from different planets.One day, Bolden captures a group of strange, jelly-like creatures from a distant planet. He brings them back to Earth with the intention of selling them to collectors. However, Bolden soon discovers that these creatures are far more intelligent and dangerous than he initial...

The "Golden Age of Science Fiction" Megapacks are designed to introduce readers to classic science fiction writers of the 1940s-1960s who might otherwise be forgotten. Floyd L. Wallace (1915-2004) is one such unjustly forgotten author. An engineer by trade, Wallace wrote science fiction (and mysteries) in the 1950s, and worked best at shorter lengths. He only wrote one novel.The Eleventh Golden Age of Science Fiction MEGAPACK™ presents 9 classic science fiction stories by this grea...

F. L. Wallace's writing style in "The Impossible Voyage Home" is characterized by its suspenseful plot, imaginative world-building, and exploration of human psychology. The story combines elements of adventure, exploration, and existential inquiry, as the characters grapple with the uncertainties of their situation and the limitations of their technology."The Impossible Voyage Home" is praised for its thought-provoking themes and its ability to capture the human experience in the context o...

"The Man Who Was Six" is a science fiction novel that revolves around the intriguing premise of identity and transformation. The story follows a man who, through a series of extraordinary circumstances, finds himself in a unique situation involving six different identities or personas.The central character, who is the focus of the novel, grapples with the complexities and challenges of managing multiple identities. As he navigates through various scenarios, he encounters a series of confli...

The unbelievable, awesomely awesome, FIFTEENTH volume of the Golden Age of Science Fiction!! Featuring: Project Mastodon, by Clifford Simak The Holes Around Mars, by Jerome Bixby Big Ancestor, by F.L. Wallace Jack of No Trades, by Evelyn E. Smith The Piebald Hippogriff, by Karen Anderson Shipwreck in the Sky, by Eando Binder Sentiment, Inc., by Poul Anderson Postmark Ganymede, by Robert Silverberg The Next Logical Step, by Ben Bova Tedric, by E.E. Smith

"Big Ancestor" is a science fiction novel that explores themes of evolution, identity, and human potential. The story is set in a future where the concept of evolution and ancestral heritage plays a significant role in the plot.The narrative follows characters who are involved in a scientific or exploratory endeavor related to the concept of "Big Ancestor," potentially involving genetic or evolutionary advancements. As they delve into their research or mission, they encounter challenges an...

The story revolves around the concept of communication across vast distances in space. The central premise is that a message is sent from Earth to the Centauri star system, which is over four light-years away. This message is intended to reach any potential extraterrestrial intelligence residing there.The novel explores the technical and emotional challenges of such an ambitious communication effort. It delves into the intricacies of crafting a message that could be understood by an alien ...