The Shaver Mystery, Book One
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A classic, yet controversial science fiction novel from 1947, "The Shaver Mystery, Book One" by Richard S. Shaver
Richard Sharpe Shaver was een Amerikaanse schrijver en kunstenaar die na de Tweede Wereldoorlog aanzienlijke bekendheid verwierf. Hij werd bekend door zijn controversiële verhalen die werden gepubliceerd in sciencefictionmagazines, waarin hij beweerde persoonlijke ervaringen te hebben met een oude, sinistere beschaving die onder de aarde leefde. Promoot als "The Shaver Mystery" door zijn redacteur en uitgever, werden deze geschriften, gepresenteerd als fictie, door beiden als in wezen waar bestempeld. Zijn unieke stem en verontrustende verhalen blijven lezers fascineren.






A classic, yet controversial science fiction novel from 1947, "The Shaver Mystery, Book One" by Richard S. Shaver
A classic, yet most controversial science fiction novel from 1947, "The Shaver Mystery, Book One" by Richard S. Shaver, featuring "I Remember Lemuria."
Armchair fiction presents extra large paperback editions of the best in classic science fiction novels. “The Shaver Mystery, Book Three” by Richard S. Shaver is another installation of some of the most bizarre science fiction ever written. This latest volume contains two of Shaver’s most outrageous novels, “Thought Records of Lemuria” and “The Masked World.” Shaver’s “true” stories caused quite a controversy when they first appeared by in the 1940s. But the question remains…was Shaver telling the truth, or was he just a literary madman. Reading his fiction is like nothing you’ve ever experienced. He and Ed Wood surely would have been the best of friends. A must for all aficionados of the truly weird. These Shaver Mystery tales are presented in paperback for the first time.
Armchair fiction presents extra large paperback editions of the best in classic science fiction novels. “The Shaver Mystery, Book Four” by Richard S. Shaver. Welcome back to the world of Richard Sharpe Shaver. In this volume you’ll get to meet an ancient race of god-like Norwegian folks, frozen while eating dinner thousands of years ago, who are unthawed just in time to finish their dinner and unintentionally help the Nazi’s conquer Norway—sort of. There’s also Butch, a disillusioned lifer, stuck in prison, who along with some of his prison buddies figure out a way to escape from prison by dreaming. Yes…dreaming. Shaver will explain. Then there’s Ru-Non, a really beautiful but cruel female alien, whose race has been looting planets for slaves for centuries. She finds a nice pocket of potential slaves to pick from in a monstrously big cavern found more or less underneath Yankee Stadium. Sounds pretty cool, huh? And if all this isn’t enough to sell you on Richard S. Shaver we just don’t know what will… These Shaver Mystery tales are presented in paperback for the first time.
Exploring the Shaver Mysteries reveals a fascinating blend of ancient lore and modern intrigue, detailing an underground world inhabited by two distinct races: the benevolent "Teros" and the malevolent "Deros." These stories originated from Richard S. Shaver's claims of hidden truths and have been pivotal in discussions about UFOs, the occult, and other mysteries since 1947. The reprinted collection showcases the origins of the Shaver Mystery Magazine, a key platform for these captivating narratives and the establishment of Shaver Mystery Clubs.
Exploring themes of the occult and hidden truths, this collection features stories by Richard S. Shaver that claim to reveal evidence of a malevolent humanity. Originally published by the Shaver Mystery Club, it played a pivotal role in early UFO discourse and discussions surrounding Fortean phenomena. Ray Palmer's promotion emphasizes its dedication to uncovering the mysteries presented in Shaver's narratives, making it a significant piece of speculative literature and a unique historical artifact.
Exploring the intersection of UFOs and the occult, this collection features stories by Richard S. Shaver, who claimed to uncover evidence of an evil humanity residing in Earth's underground caverns. The narratives introduce two alien offspring groups: the benevolent "Teros" and the malevolent "Deros," the latter known for their cruelty, particularly toward women. Originally published by the Shaver Mystery Club, this scarce magazine was a key platform for discussions on hidden truths and inspired the formation of fan clubs dedicated to its themes.
The preservation of this significant work throughout history is emphasized, as efforts have been made to republish it in a modern format. This edition features a complete retyping, redesign, and reformatting to ensure readability and clarity, distinguishing it from mere scans of the original publications. The initiative aims to keep the book accessible for both contemporary and future audiences.
Exploring the intersection of science fiction and the occult, this collection features stories by Richard S. Shaver, who claimed to reveal hidden truths about an alien race living in Earth's underground caverns. It introduces two distinct groups: the benevolent Teros and the malevolent Deros, who are depicted as tormentors of humanity, particularly women. Originally published by the Shaver Mystery Club, this scarce magazine sparked debates on UFOs and other phenomena, fostering a community of enthusiasts dedicated to these themes.
Exploring themes of hidden truths and the supernatural, this collection features the groundbreaking stories of Richard S. Shaver, who claimed to uncover evidence of an ancient alien race living in Earth's underground caverns. Shaver's narratives introduce two distinct groups: the benevolent Teros and the malevolent Deros, the latter known for their brutal treatment of humans, particularly women. The magazine served as a pivotal platform for discussions on UFOs, the occult, and other fringe topics, inspiring the formation of Shaver Mystery Clubs.