Keith Laumer

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Worlds of the Imperium

Beschreibung

American Diplomat Brion Bayard is on assignment in Stockholm Sweden when he is kidnaped by agents of The Imperium who are from a parallel world. A world where the American revolution never happened and the British Empire which includes America and the German and Austro-Hungarian empires of Europe rule the world. Bayard learns that he was abducted because the Imperium is under attack from another parallel world. A parallel world ruled by a ruthless dictator who happens to be. . . Brion Bayard. It up to Brion to kill his alternate self and step into his place to stop these attacks. But Brion discovers almost immediately that nothing is as it seems.

Autor

Keith Laumer (1925-1993) was a notable American science fiction author renowned for his contributions to the genre, particularly in the realm of space opera and military science fiction. Born in Syracusa, New York, Laumer served as a U.S. Air Force officer, an experience that profoundly influenced his writing, infusing it with detailed military and strategic elements. He began his writing career in the 1950s, gaining recognition for his imaginative storytelling and inventive world-building. Laumer is perhaps best known for his Bolo series, featuring sentient tanks engaged in futuristic warfare, which became a hallmark of his career. His works, including The Star-Sent Knaves, often explore themes of interstellar adventure, political intrigue, and cosmic conflict, reflecting his fascination with galactic empires and space battles. His narrative style is marked by action-packed plots and complex character development. Throughout his career, Laumer's contributions helped shape modern science fiction, making him a significant figure in the genre. His ability to blend futuristic technology with compelling storylines has left a lasting impact on science fiction literature.

Produktdetails

• Verlag: Start Classics
• Seitenzahl: 170
• Erscheinungstermin: 26. März 2024
• Englisch
• Abmessung: 229mm x 152mm x 9mm
• Gewicht: 256g
• ISBN-13: 9798880925025
• Artikelnr.: 73442992