This carefully curated anthology brings together a broad selection of timeless works in one digital edition. Readers can discover essential voices, memorable stories and enduring ideas across a rich variety of literary styles. Prepared for comfortable continuous reading, this collection is ideal for exploring classic literature or returning to lasting favorites.

A Guest of Ganymede by C. C. MacApp is a science fiction novella that delves into themes of alien encounters, captivity, and survival. The story is set in a future where humanity has made contact with extraterrestrial species, and space travel has become a reality.The plot centers around a group of humans who are taken as "guests" by an advanced alien species on Ganymede, one of Jupiter's moons. However, the term "guest" is misleading, as the humans quickly realize that they are more like ...

In "A Pride of Islands," the story is set in a distant future where humanity has colonized various planets. The plot focuses on the complex relationships between different planetary colonies and the conflicts that arise as they interact with one another.The novel explores themes of interstellar politics, cultural differences, and the challenges of maintaining unity among diverse planets and populations. As the story unfolds, the characters navigate political intrigue, social tensions, and ...

All That Earthly Remains by C. C. MacApp is a science fiction novel that delves into themes of time travel, memory, and existential reflection. The story revolves around the concept of humanity's place in the cosmos and the nature of existence, presented through a speculative and often philosophical narrative.The plot typically involves characters who are confronted with profound questions about their lives and the world around them, often involving advanced technology or otherworldly phen...

Tulan by C. C. MacApp is a captivating science fiction adventure that blends futuristic imagination, suspense, and rich storytelling into an unforgettable reading experience. MacApp masterfully creates a fascinating world filled with mystery, survival, and exploration, drawing readers into a compelling journey through unknown territories and extraordinary challenges. The novel’s vivid atmosphere and engaging narrative make it a timeless classic for fans of speculative fiction.

Rumor said devils lived in the cave. The truth was even more appalling!

The Complete Works of C. C. MacAppC. C. MacApp, pseudonym of Carroll Mather Capps was an American science fiction author. He was also a long-time benefactor of San Francisco chess. He was a former president of the San Francisco Bay Area Chess League, and won the Northern California and San Francisco chess championship several times.This collection includes the following:And All the Earth a GraveTulanThe DrugA Guest of GanymedeA Pride of Isla...

This is a great collection of action short stories by C. C. MacApp from "The Golden Age of Science Fiction". Featured here: "And All The Earth A Grave", "All That Earthly Remains", "The Pride of Islands", "Omnilingual", "A Guest Of Ganymede", "The Drug", and "Tulan". This edition has been fully restored with modern typesetting, custom cover design.

Dr. Craig was sent by the United States to this remote place in the Andes Mountains to solve a mystery. There had been a nuclear explosion. Who or what was responsible? And what about those five tunnels opening onto the smooth plateau formed by the blast? Dientes told of the Fire Devils - legendary demons who killed with fire balls and lived under the snow. Brulieres, the priest who was the leader of the new totalitarian state was looking for a political answer. Raber and Noriega, a genera...

And All The Earth A Grave by C.C. MacApp.

Tulan by C. C. MacApp.

Dr. Craig was sent by the United States to this remote place in the Andes Mountains to solve a mystery. There had been a nuclear explosion. Who or what was responsible? And what about those five tunnels opening onto the smooth plateau formed by the blast? Dientes told of the Fire Devils - legendary demons who killed with fire balls and lived under the snow. Brulieres, the priest who was the leader of the new totalitarian state was looking for a political answer. Raber and Noriega, a genera...