Keith Laumer

Broschiertes Buch

Gambler's World

Beschreibung

Venture into the far reaches of the galaxy with John Keith Laumer's "Gambler's World," a classic of space opera and science fiction adventure. This humorous tale blends interstellar diplomacy with high-stakes gambling, promising a thrilling journey filled with unexpected twists. Explore a universe where the fate of planets hangs in the balance, and where wit and luck are as crucial as advanced technology. Laumer masterfully crafts a story where diplomats navigate treacherous political landscapes and daring gambles determine the course of action. Originally published as a cornerstone of the science fiction genre, "Gambler's World" remains a testament to the enduring power of imaginative storytelling. This edition presents a meticulously prepared republication of a timeless work, ready to transport you to a world where adventure and humor collide amidst the stars. This work has been selected by scholars as being culturally important, and is part of the knowledge base of civilization as we know it. This work is in the public domain in the United States of America, and possibly other nations. Within the United States, you may freely copy and distribute this work, as no entity (individual or corporate) has a copyright on the body of the work. Scholars believe, and we concur, that this work is important enough to be preserved, reproduced, and made generally available to the public. We appreciate your support of the preservation process, and thank you for being an important part of keeping this knowledge alive and relevant.

Autor

John Keith Laumer (1925 - 1993) was an American science fiction author. Prior to becoming a full-time writer, he was an officer in the United States Air Force and a diplomat in the United States Foreign Service. His older brother March Laumer was also a writer, known for his adult reinterpretations of the Land of Oz (also mentioned in Laumer's The Other Side of Time). Frank Laumer, their youngest brother, is a historian and writer. Keith Laumer is known for the Bolo and Retief stories. Stories from the former chronicle the evolution of super tanks that eventually become self-aware through the constant improvement resulting from centuries of intermittent warfare against various alien races. The latter deals with the adventures of a cynical spacefaring diplomat who constantly has to overcome the red-tape-infused failures of people with names like Ambassador Grossblunder. The Retief stories were greatly influenced by Laumer's earlier career in the US Foreign Service. In an interview with Paul Walker of Luna Monthly, Laumer states "I had no shortage of iniquitous memories of the Foreign Service."

Produktdetails

• Verlag: Creative Media Partners, LLC
• Seitenzahl: 30
• Erscheinungstermin: 28. März 2025
• Englisch
• Abmessung: 234mm x 156mm x 2mm
• Gewicht: 59g
• ISBN-13: 9781023150385
• ISBN-10: 1023150387
• Artikelnr.: 74109074