Murray Leinster

Broschiertes Buch

Grist

Beschreibung

Venture into the Alaskan wilderness with Murray Leinster's "Grist," a thrilling adventure where the allure of gold meets the vast, untamed frontier. This classic tale blends elements of Western adventure and early science fiction, capturing the spirit of prospecting and the relentless pursuit of fortune. Set against the backdrop of Alaskan gold mining, "Grist" immerses readers in a world where rugged individuals brave harsh conditions in their quest for riches. Leinster, a master of action and adventure, crafts a narrative that explores the challenges and triumphs of those drawn to the promise of gold. Experience the timeless appeal of this meticulously prepared edition, perfect for readers seeking a blend of historical setting, thrilling escapades, and the enduring drama of the American West. "Grist" remains a captivating exploration of ambition, survival, and the human spirit. 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

Murray Leinster was the pen name of William Fitzgerald Jenkins, an American author of science fiction who lived from June 16, 1896, until June 8, 1975. More than 1,500 short stories, essays, 14 film scripts, hundreds of radio plays, and television plays were all written and published by him. Leinster was the son of George B. Jenkins and Mary L. Jenkins, he was born in Norfolk, Virginia; his father was an accountant. He dropped out of high school and started working as a freelance writer before World War I. When his first tale was published in H. L. Mencken's The Smart Set, he was two months away from turning 20. He served with the American Army and the Committee of Public Information both during and after the conflict. Science fiction author William F. Leinster was known for his prodigious output, and his 1956 short story "Exploration Team" earned him a Hugo Award. Men into Space and The Time Tunnel are only a couple of the science fiction TV shows that he created tie-in literature. He worked for the American Office of War Information during World War II. Both Galaxy Magazine and The Magazine of Fantasy and Science Fiction published his tales.

Produktdetails

• Verlag: Creative Media Partners, LLC
• Erscheinungstermin: 29. März 2025
• Englisch
• Abmessung: 234mm x 156mm x 1mm
• Gewicht: 45g
• ISBN-13: 9781023509312
• ISBN-10: 1023509318
• Artikelnr.: 74117803