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Keith Laumer

    9. červen 1925 – 23. leden 1993

    John Laumer byl americký autor vědeckofantastické literatury, jehož díla často zkoumají témata osamělého hrdiny, obětavosti a transcendence, nebo se noří do satirické komedie. Jeho populární série Retief a Bolo, z nichž druhá popisuje vývoj sebeuvědomělých bojových tanků, odrážejí jeho cynický pohled na byrokracii, inspirovaný jeho předchozí kariérou v diplomatických službách. Navzdory zdravotním potížím, které ho na čas vyřadily z psaní, se Laumer vrátil k tvorbě, ačkoli jeho pozdější díla občas recyklovala dřívější motivy. Jeho vliv na žánr přetrvává, přičemž další autoři rozvíjejí jeho vesmír Bolo.

    Keith Laumer
    Envoy to New Worlds
    Science Fiction Gems, Volume Five, Clifford D. Simak and Others
    Bolos: Their Finest Hour
    Keith Laumer's Retief
    Greylorn
    The Keith Laumer Scifi Collection, Greylorn, It Could Be Anything, Gambler's World, Retief
    • 2024

      The Star-Sent Knaves is a classical work that holds significant historical importance. To ensure its legacy, Alpha Editions has republished it in a modern format, enhancing readability through reformatting and retyping. This edition is not a mere scanned copy, offering a clear and accessible text for both present and future readers.

      The Star-Sent Knaves
    • 2023

      The significance of Mightiest Qorn throughout human history is emphasized in this modern republication, aimed at preserving its legacy for future generations. The complete text has been meticulously retyped, redesigned, and reformatted to ensure clarity and readability, distinguishing it from traditional scans of original works. This effort highlights the importance of maintaining access to valuable literature in a contemporary format.

      Mightiest Qorn
    • 2023

      The book has been meticulously retyped and redesigned to enhance readability and ensure its preservation for future generations. It holds significant historical importance, and the modern format aims to make it accessible to contemporary readers while retaining its original essence. This effort emphasizes the value of the work and its relevance throughout human history.

      The Long Remembered Thunder
    • 2023

      Significant in its historical context, this work by Keith Laumer has been meticulously retyped and reformatted to enhance readability for modern audiences. The effort to preserve its content ensures that both current and future generations can engage with this important text without the limitations of scanned copies.

      Saline Solution
    • 2022

      This edition of "The Governor of Glave" has been meticulously reformatted and retyped to ensure clarity and readability for contemporary audiences. Its significance in human history is highlighted by the efforts made for its preservation, allowing both present and future generations to engage with its content. The modern presentation aims to revitalize the work while maintaining its original essence.

      The Governor of Glave
    • 2022

      If, November 1961

      • 134 stránek
      • 5 hodin čtení

      The November 1961 issue of WORLDS OF IF SCIENCE FICTION features a collection of captivating science fiction stories. Highlights include "MASTERS OF SPACE" by Edward E. Smith & E. E. Evans, and Arthur C. Clarke's "AT THE END OF THE ORBIT." Other notable contributions are "GAMBLER'S WORLD" by Keith Laumer, "SWEET THEIR BLOOD AND STICKY" by Albert Teichner, and "THE MIGHTIEST MAN" by Patrick Fahy. The issue also includes intriguing tales like "QUIET, PLEASE" by Kevin Scott and "PENNY WISE AND FASHION FOOLISH" by Theodore Sturgeon, showcasing a rich variety of themes and narratives.

      If, November 1961
    • 2022

      Recognized as a significant work throughout history, this book has been preserved and republished in a modern format to ensure its continued relevance for both current and future readers. The effort highlights its enduring importance and the value placed on its content across generations.

      The Frozen Planet
    • 2022

      The Madman From Earth is a significant work in human history, now republished in a modern format to ensure its preservation for future generations. The book has been reformatted and retyped, providing a clear and readable text, free from the limitations of scanned copies. This effort highlights the importance of maintaining access to influential literature.

      The Madman From Earth
    • 2021

      Envoy to New Worlds

      • 138 stránek
      • 5 hodin čtení
      3,0(1)Ohodnotit

      Set against the backdrop of the 29th Century's frontier worlds, the story delves into the thrilling escapades of interplanetary diplomat Retief. His unique approach to cosmic diplomacy often leads to unexpected challenges and interstellar crises, revealing the complexities of human and non-human interactions. As the first collection of Retief's adventures, it promises readers a captivating blend of astounding and weird science fiction, showcasing the high-stakes diplomacy that defines his character and the universe he navigates.

      Envoy to New Worlds
    • 2021

      Preserving a significant work from history, this edition of Gambler's World has been meticulously reformatted and retyped to ensure clarity and readability. The effort emphasizes the importance of the book for both present and future generations, making it accessible in a modern format. This dedication to preservation highlights the book's enduring relevance and significance.

      Gambler's World