Robert Sheckley Boeken

Featuring 14 short stories from the 1950s, this collection showcases Robert Sheckley's unique blend of wit and speculative imagination. Each narrative explores themes of technology, human nature, and the absurdities of life, often with a satirical twist. Sheckley's ability to blend humor with thought-provoking concepts makes these tales both entertaining and insightful, reflecting the era's fascination with science fiction. Readers will enjoy a diverse range of scenarios that challenge perceptions and provoke reflection on the future.

This anthology brings together a diverse collection of science fiction stories that explore the vastness of space and the complexities of interstellar travel. Featuring a range of authors, it delves into themes of exploration, the unknown, and the impact of advanced technology on humanity. Each tale presents unique worlds and characters, showcasing imaginative scenarios that challenge our understanding of existence and the universe. Ideal for fans of speculative fiction, it offers both thought-provoking narratives and thrilling adventures.

An NYRB Classics Original Robert Sheckley was an eccentric master of the American short story, and his tales, whether set in dystopic city­scapes, ultramodern advertising agencies, or aboard spaceships lighting out for hostile planets, are among the most startlingly original of the twentieth century. Today, as the new worlds, alternate universes, and synthetic pleasures Sheckley foretold become our reality, his vision begins to look less absurdist and more prophetic. This retrospective selection, chosen by Jonathan Lethem and Alex Abramovich, brings together the best of Sheckley’s deadpan farces, proving once again that he belongs beside such mordant critics of contemporary mores as Bruce Jay Friedman, Terry Southern, and Thomas Pynchon.

The story follows a group of uranium prospectors whose journey takes a perilous turn when their food supplies run low. Stranded on an abandoned planet, they land at a derelict warehouse facility in search of sustenance. As they navigate this desolate environment, the challenges of survival and the mysteries of the abandoned world unfold, testing their resourcefulness and resilience. The narrative explores themes of desperation, exploration, and the unknown.

Featuring a collection of ten imaginative science fiction tales, this book showcases the unique storytelling style of Robert Sheckley. The stories delve into themes of humanity, technology, and the absurdities of life, with titles like "The Monsters" and "Cost of Living" highlighting Sheckley's wit and insight. Each narrative invites readers to explore strange worlds and thought-provoking scenarios, making this anthology a must-read for fans of the genre.

Mark Rogers was a prospector and he went to the asteroid belt looking for radioactives and rare metals. He searched for years, never finding much, hopping from fragment to fragment. After a time he settled on a slab of rock half a mile thick. He called his slab of rock Martha, after no girl he had ever known.

These surreal, elegantly witty tales from one of the most esteemed writers of science fiction encompass indignant aliens, stranded space explorers, shapeshifters, a company that manufactures designer planets and a deadly hunting game in far-future New York.

The story unfolds in a smoky room filled with watchbird manufacturers, where the protagonist, Gelsen, reflects on his exclusive role in a government-sanctioned project aimed at saving humanity. As he interacts with the other manufacturers, anticipation builds for the arrival of a government representative, signaling a crucial moment for their collective mission. The atmosphere is charged with tension and expectation, highlighting the stakes involved in their work and the unique dynamics of this elite group.