The Best From New Writings In S-F: First Selection
Condition: SECONDHAND
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Condition remarks:
Book: Good
Jacket: Worn/faded, no tears
Pages: Good
Markings: No markings
A landmark anthology in British science fiction, The Best From New Writings in SF: First Selection presents a carefully curated collection of short stories drawn from John Carnell's influential New Writings in SF series, which served as a vital showcase for both established and emerging talent in the genre during the 1960s. The anthology champions a distinctly thoughtful, idea-driven brand of science fiction, gathering tales that range from interstellar adventure and alien contact to speculative explorations of technology and the human condition. Each story illustrates the editorial vision that made the original series a cornerstone of British SF publishing, prioritizing scientific plausibility alongside compelling narrative craft. The tone across the collection is varied yet consistently intelligent, balancing wonder and unease in equal measure, making it an essential volume for any serious reader of classic science fiction.
Author: John Carnell
Format: Hardback
Genre: Science fiction
Condition remarks:
Book: Good
Jacket: Worn/faded, no tears
Pages: Good
Markings: No markings
A landmark anthology in British science fiction, The Best From New Writings in SF: First Selection presents a carefully curated collection of short stories drawn from John Carnell's influential New Writings in SF series, which served as a vital showcase for both established and emerging talent in the genre during the 1960s. The anthology champions a distinctly thoughtful, idea-driven brand of science fiction, gathering tales that range from interstellar adventure and alien contact to speculative explorations of technology and the human condition. Each story illustrates the editorial vision that made the original series a cornerstone of British SF publishing, prioritizing scientific plausibility alongside compelling narrative craft. The tone across the collection is varied yet consistently intelligent, balancing wonder and unease in equal measure, making it an essential volume for any serious reader of classic science fiction.