Judith Merril Knihy

Escape to Earth - Manly BanisterWe Are Alone - Robert SheckleyIf the Court Pleases - Noel LoomisA Big Man With the Girls - James MacCreigh&Judith MerrilTemps of Despair - M.C. PeaseDoomsday's Color-Press - Raymond F. Jones

Introduction by Orson WellesPreface by Judith Merril"The Stutterer" by R. R. Merliss"The Golem" by Avram Davidson"Junior" by Robert Abernathy"The Cave of Night" by James E. Gunn"The Hoofer" by Walter M. Miller, Jr."Bulkhead" by Theodore Sturgeon"Sense from Thought Divide" by Mark Clifton"Pottage" by Zenna Henderson"Nobody Bothers Gus" by Algis Budrys"The Last Day of Summer" by E.C. Tubb"One Ordinary Day, with Peanuts" by Shirley Jackson"The Ethicators" by Willard Marsh"Birds Can’t Count" by Mildred Clingerman"Of Missing Persons" by Jack Finney"Dreaming Is a Private Thing" by Isaac Asimov"The Country of the Kind" by Damon Knight"The Public Hating" by Steve Allen"Home There’s No Returning" by Henry Kuttner & C.L. Moore"The Year’s S-F, Summation & Honorable Mentions" by Judith Merril

From ASTOUNDING SCIENCE FICTION, PLAYBOY, FANTASTIC UNIVERSE, THE SATURDAY EVENING POST, THE NEW YORKER, IF et cetera.Introduction by Judith Merril Pelt by Carol Emshwiller Triggerman by J.F. Bone The Prize of Peril by Robert Sheckley Hickory, Dickory, Kerouac by Richard Gehman [aka Martin Scott] The Yellow Pill by Rog Phillips River of Riches by Gerald Kersh Satellite Passage by Theodore L. Thomas Casey Agonistes by Richard McKenna [aka R.M. McKenna] Space-Time for Springers by Fritz Leiber Or All the Seas With Oysters by Avram Davidson Ten-Story Jigsaw by Brian W. Aldiss Fresh Guy by E.C. Tubb The Beautiful Things by Arthur Zirul The Comedian's Children by Theodore Sturgeon The Short-Short Story of Mankind by John Steinbeck From Science Fiction to Science Fact: The Universe by J. Merril Man in Space by Daniel Lang Rockets to Where? by Judith Merril The Thunder-Thieves by Isaac Asimov The Year's S-F, Summation & Honorable Mentions by Judith Merril

Highlighting the significant contributions of female authors, this anthology features nineteen stories from the golden age of science fiction, showcasing their innovative storytelling and influence on the genre. Celebrating pioneers like Mary Shelley, the collection offers a diverse range of narratives that blend elements of science fiction, fantasy, and horror, reflecting the unique perspectives and creativity of women writers. This comprehensive compilation serves as a testament to the vital role women have played in shaping speculative fiction.

Highlighting the significant contributions of women to science fiction, this anthology features nineteen stories from influential female writers of the genre's golden age. Celebrating their innovative storytelling, the collection showcases a range of narratives that have shaped science fiction, fantasy, and horror. With a focus on the unique perspectives and creativity of these visionary authors, the anthology underscores the importance of women's voices in the evolution of speculative fiction.

Preserving significant literary works is crucial for future generations, and this edition has been meticulously retyped, redesigned, and reformatted for clarity and readability. By republishing this book in a modern format, it aims to maintain its historical importance and accessibility, ensuring that its insights remain available to contemporary and future readers.

Set on a future Mars, the story revolves around a colony striving for independence from a failing Earth. Instead of heroes, the settlers require individuals skilled in survival, facing numerous challenges that threaten their existence. The narrative promises a gripping adventure filled with themes of resilience and defiance as the colony navigates the complexities of life on a harsh new planet.

Keiner versetzt sich eindringlicher in die Psyche der Frau der kommenden Jahrhunderte als Judith Merril - und ihre Vorstellungskraft ist so präzise und kraftvoll wie ein Raketenstart: Sie lokalisiert die Probleme, denen die Frau der Zukunft gegenüberstehen wird und beschreibt, in welcher Form sie damit fertig werden: Die Mutter, deren Neugeborenes an den Auswirkungen radioaktiver Verseuchung leidet; die Frauen, die das Oberkommando auf einem Raumschiff führen, das generationenlang unterwegs ist, um nach neuen Siedlungsräumen Ausschau zu halten; die Frau, die der gesamten Mannschaft eines Sternenschiffes die Gattin ersetzt. Wie mechanisiert die Reise durch den Raum auch werden mag - im Inneren der Raumanzüge werden Menschen stecken. Und Judith Merril prophezeit, daß sich daran auch nichts ändern wird. »Judith Merrils Erzählungen haben der technischen SF erst den menschlichen Faktor hinzugefügt«. (Isaac Asimov) Enthält die Texte: Nur eine Mutter Der Schrein der Versuchung Wer du auch bist Töchter der Erde Stormy Weather Der tote Punkt Die Lady war ein Tramp Luftschlösser Das Symbol Heiratsmarkt Im Reich der Unblinden