Last Men in London - format ePub

In "Sirius," Olaf Stapledon masterfully intertwines speculative fiction with profound philosophical inquiry, exploring themes of consciousness, existence, and the nature of being. The novel follows the...

In "Olaf Stapledon: Collected Works," the reader is immersed in the profound and expansive narratives that have established Stapledon as a pioneering figure in science fiction. This anthology encompasses...

In "Star Maker," Olaf Stapledon embarks on an ambitious exploration of the cosmos, weaving a narrative that transcends traditional science fiction. Through the lens of an unnamed protagonist, he unveils...

In "Olaf Stapledon: Complete Novels," readers are presented with a comprehensive collection that showcases the visionary narratives and speculative thought that define Stapledon's literary prowess. This...

In "The Complete Novels," Olaf Stapledon presents an expansive collection that showcases his visionary imagination and profound philosophical inquiries. Encompassing works such as "Last and First Men"...

In 'Star Maker,' Olaf Stapledon delves into the vastness of time and space, interweaving philosophical inquiry with speculative narrative. The novel presents a cosmic journey through the evolution of...

In "The Essential Works of Olaf Stapledon," readers are invited into the expansive realms of speculative thought that characterize Stapledon's literary contributions. This compilation not only encapsulates...

Four Encounters is an unfinished work by the writer and philosopher Olaf Stapledon, written in the late 1940s but only published 26 years after the author's death. It takes place in contemporary (post...

Stapledon projects two separate futures for humanity, depending not on the outcome of World War II but on the failure or success of a future "Tibetan Renaissance" to influence the temper and ideology...

Science fiction has its immortals - authors whose impact was so tremendous that they belong in a class by themselves. Olaf Stapledon extended the boundaries of science fiction to the infinite, and there...

An introductory note seems called for to explain to the reader the origin of the following strange document, which I have received from a friend with a view to publication. The author has given it the...

A bomber is killed in battle along with all of his companions; but something wakes in his dying, which is first a spirit bomber-crew, then the spirit of all those killed in battle, then the spirit of...

The sequel to Last and First Men, Olaf Stapledon's great classic work of science fiction.In Last Men in London the author follows up the themes of his earlier masterpiece in presenting a Neptunian 'last...

The narrator of Nebula Maker stands on a hill and sees a vision that leads him to the birth of the universe. He witnesses the creation of the nebulae and the formation of galactic communities as well...

Creature di fiamma è l’ultimo romanzo di Olaf Stapledon, pubblicato originariamente nel 1947 e ora tradotto per la prima volta in italiano, con una corposa introduzione di Carlo Pagetti.Scritto durante...

Par une nuit étoilée, au sommet d’une colline, durant la Seconde Guerre mondiale, un Anglais se prépare à vivre le voyage le plus extraordinaire jamais entrepris par un homme.Troublé par les remous de...

'A prodigious novel ... Stapledon's literary imagination was boundless' Jorge Luis BorgesA lasting influence on successive generations of science fiction writers and on the physicist Freeman Dyson, this...

One moment a man sits on a suburban hill, gazing curiously at the stars. The next, he is whirling through the firmament, and perhaps the most remarkable of all science fiction journeys has begun.Even...

Sirius is Thomas Trelone's great experiment - a huge, handsome dog with the brain and intelligence of a human being. Raised and educated in Trelone's own family alongside Plaxy, his youngest daughter,...

John Wainwright is a freak, a human mutation with an extraordinary intelligence which is both awesome and frightening to behold. Ordinary humans are mere playthings to him. And Odd John has a plan - to...

One of the most extraordinary, imaginative and ambitious novels of the century: a history of the evolution of humankind over the next 2 billion years.Among all science fiction writers Olaf Stapledon stands...

In "The Complete Sci-Fi Works of Olaf Stapledon," readers are invited to explore the imaginative landscapes that define Stapledon's contributions to science fiction literature. A prolific pioneer, Stapledon...

Olaf Stapledon's 'Last Men in London' is a thought-provoking novel that delves into the philosophical and ethical implications of a future society where humans have evolved into highly advanced beings....

The Complete Sci-Fi Works of Olaf Stapledon is a groundbreaking collection of speculative fiction that pushes the boundaries of the genre. Stapledon's unique writing style combines an imaginative exploration...

Olaf Stapledon's 'Last and First Men' is a groundbreaking science fiction novel that takes readers on a journey through the future evolution of humankind over two billion years. Written in a philosophical...

Olaf Stapledon's 'Odd John' is a groundbreaking work of science fiction that delves into the concept of the 'superman' or evolved human. Through the character of John Wainwright, a mutant with extraordinary...

Creature di fiamma è l'ultimo romanzo di Olaf Stapledon, pubblicato originariamente nel 1947 e ora tradotto per la prima volta in italiano, con una corposa introduzione di Carlo Pagetti. Scritto durante...

Star Maker is a science fiction novel by Olaf Stapledon, published in 1937. The book describes a history of life in the universe, dwarfing in scale Stapledon's previous book, Last and First Men (1930),...

In "Sirius," Olaf Stapledon masterfully weaves a poignant narrative that explores the intricate relationship between humanity and a highly intelligent dog named Sirius. Set against a backdrop of speculative...

In "Last and First Men," Olaf Stapledon presents a sweeping narrative that transcends both time and species, exploring the evolution of humanity over two billion years. This monumental work showcases...

'It does everything you'd expect of a masterpiece - and it is one' Sunday Express'Hums and crackles with delicious unease' Independent'Captivating' The Sunday Times'An absorbing thriller' Mail on SundayNO...

The Crystals have always been here, growing into our reality like the spikes to some cosmic geode, their faces forever pointed inward, watching us. Today a little old lady brings home a new crystal from...

Dead don't come back to life. Not even in their world.The war is over, but the battle to heal has just begun. It seems impossible when it's the heart of the Grim Reaper that lies broken. Grief meets anger...

Doorways and pathways through time lead to distinct worlds. Only a chosen Shielder possesses the skill and knowledge to explore these unimaginable realms.  Whether she likes it or not, Willow has become...

Aliens want Weirwood's sex workers, and only one bagboy has what it takes to stop them.Everyone in town knows VCR MacDougal. He's the guy from the supermarket with the internet show about the UFO activity...

Six years has passed since Brad Sizemore's grandfather died. A good man in life, he seemed destined to spend eternity in Heaven. When his grandfather begins appearing to Brad in dreams, a ghostly memory...

In this brand-new collection of short stories, Australian author Diana Jane Heath takes you on another spell-binding journey into the fascinating realm of the imagination. Be tantalized by tales that...

 The story begins with the destruction of the tourist Town Queenstown by a small comet which leaves a lake in its wake. 100,000 people suddenly homeless and wanting to move to Invercargill in the deep...

The game of deception escalates. In this high-stakes sequel, the shadows are no longer safe, and trust is the rarest currency of all.As the dust settles from the Syndicate's last strike, the hacker known...

Get ready to dive into the wildest breakfast adventure of your life! In My Hamster Accidentally Became a Breakfast God and Now the Sun Is Made of Waffles, Whiskers, an ordinary hamster with an extraordinary...

The Red Queen has gained control of the King of the Nasdarks by employing the snake worshipping, poison-wielding Vipand warriors she's corrupted and controls. Now she's set her sights on destroying the...

The night was as dark as pitch, a blackness that swallowed light and left only shadows to play tricks on the eyes. The Black Forest of Bavaria stretched out before Henry Ward like an endless abyss. Its...

On the peaceful planet of Abanar, a young girl embarks on the destiny that is ordained from before her birth. Then comes a feared terror from the sky. As her world is invaded, Noya is ripped away from...

The night hung over Ashen Hollow like a heavy shroud, thick and oppressive, muffling sound until only the wind's low hum remained. Jack Harper leaned low over his motorcycle. The engine roared beneath...

In a clearing in the middle of the woods lies the village of Sandy, and to Rose, Sandy is her entire world. Rose possesses a gift, and the gods have chosen her, but everything unravels when a rebel with...

This ebook compiles Jule Verne's complete collection, including "Twenty-Thousand Leagues Under the Sea", "Journey to the Interior of the Earth", "The Mysterious Island", "Around the World in Eighty Days",...

A funny, emotional and uplifting novel from the French Marian Keyes. 'Heartwarming' Good Housekeeping'A gorgeous story, charming and funny and poignant' Nicola Cornick For fans of Ruth Hogan, Veronica...

The instant number one Sunday Times bestseller and thrilling sequel to the global phenomenon, Fourth Wing! THE IRON FLAME PAPERBACK EDITION INCLUDES A BRAND NEW CHAPTER FROM XADEN'S POINT OF VIEW!'Yarros...

What The Lord of the Rings is to fantasy, Dune is to science fiction. Presenting one of the most influential works of all time, which has inspired countless other stories for more than half a century,...

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The long-awaited explosive climax to the first arc of the Number One New York Times bestselling Stormlight Archive. Dalinar Kholin challenged the evil god Odium to a contest of champions with the future...

A heart-wrenching grim cozy pirate's tale with a little bit of romance. This is not 'Cozy' in the traditional sense, unless you find misery and betrayal to be as comforting as a cup of hot cocoa."This...

BIG BROTHER IS WATCHING YOU Newspeak, Doublethink, Big Brother, the Thought Police - the language of 1984 has passed into the English language as a symbol of the horrors of totalitarianism. George Orwell's...

One of the BBC's '100 Novels That Shaped Our World' HarperCollins is proud to present its incredible range of best-loved, essential classics. Winston Smith rewrites history. It’s his...

WINNER OF THE HUGO AWARD FOR BEST ALL-TIME SERIES The Foundation series is Isaac Asimov’s iconic masterpiece. Unfolding against the backdrop of a crumbling Galactic Empire,...

The hauntingly prophetic classic novel. Over 1 million copies sold in the UK. Guy Montag is a fireman. His job is to burn books, which are forbidden, being...

This ebook contains Oscar Wilde's complete works. This edition has been professionally formatted and contains several tables of contents. The first table of contents (at the very beginning of the ebook)...

“At once a scholar’s homage to The Iliad and startlingly original work of art by an incredibly talented new novelist….A book I could not put down.”—Ann Patchett“Mary Renault lives again!” declares Emma...

What The Lord of the Rings is to fantasy, Dune is to science fiction. Presenting Dune Messiah, the sequel to one of the most influential works of all time, which has inspired countless other stories for...

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