Mack Reynolds Boeken

Set in a future totalitarian society, the story follows Rex Morris, a member of the ruling class who navigates a world where thoughts and actions are meticulously monitored by a powerful superstate. The narrative explores the tension between intellect and oppression, as Morris grapples with his role in a regime that employs both brain power and brutality to maintain control. The omnipresent surveillance of the Great Eye adds to the atmosphere of paranoia and conformity, challenging the characters' sense of individuality and freedom.

The narrative centers on the urgency faced by the United Planets Organization in addressing the oppressive regimes of Falange, Stalin, and Doria. Despite legal limitations, the organization recognizes the necessity of preparation against a looming threat from a powerful, warlike alien race. With proof of this advanced civilization, the UP must strategize to ensure that human-held worlds are equipped to confront the impending challenge.

For some forty years critics of the U.S.S.R. have been desiring, predicting, not to mention praying for, its collapse, says Mack Reynolds in this story's preface. For twenty of these years the author of this story has vaguely wondered what would replace the collapsed Soviet system. A return to Czarism? Oh, come now Capitalism as we know it today in the advanced Western countries? Oh, if he'd only seen , we find ourselves thinking. Still, Reynolds has seen something, and he has a lot to say about it. See for yourself

Ronny Bronston embarks on a perilous mission as a newly minted Special Agent for the United Planets, tasked with capturing the elusive Tommy Paine. This assignment is fraught with danger, having previously claimed the lives of many agents. As Ronny navigates the challenges of his new role, he must confront the high stakes and deadly consequences that come with the territory of intergalactic law enforcement.

Ronny Bronston, an operative for the United Planets' Bureau of Investigation, is tasked with protecting the freedom of individuals across 3,000 planets. He faces an unprecedented crisis as Baron Wyler threatens galactic sovereignty using a powerful matter converter. The enigmatic Dawnmen, a technologically advanced and mysterious race, complicate matters further. As Ronny navigates this perilous situation, he must uncover the origins of the Dawnmen and thwart Wyler's plans to secure the future of the galaxy.

Set against a backdrop of intense competition and high stakes, the narrative follows a group of determined individuals striving for success against all odds. Themes of resilience, teamwork, and the quest for personal and collective triumph are woven throughout the story. As characters navigate challenges and setbacks, their journeys reveal the true meaning of victory and the sacrifices required to achieve it. The book explores the emotional and psychological aspects of striving for greatness, making it a compelling read for those who appreciate stories of perseverance.

THE GALACTIC MEDAL OF HONOR was the most important, the most coveted award of all time. It was given only to a handful of the bravest and most self-sacraficing of those defending earth from the mysterious alien invaders that had appeared fifty years before. It was almost always given posthumously. The Bearer of this medal became the idol of all mankind, would never want for any necessity or luxury -- would never want for anything. Everyone on Earth sought that medal....One man was going to cheat to win it -- and live to regret it. (Above text appears on the back cover)

El Hassan, aspiring ruler of North Africa, finds himself fleeing with only six followers, including a young woman. His ambitions are challenged by the formidable coalition of global powers, including the Reunited Nations and major regional entities like the United States of the Americas and the Soviet Complex. The narrative explores themes of power, ambition, and the struggle against overwhelming odds as El Hassan navigates a world united against his tyrannical dreams.

Rex Bader has finally solved the mystery of who is trying to kill the Director of the first L-5 space colony. The Mafia? The KGB? Anti-Space fanatics? all three. The question now is can Rex continue to protect the Director against his many enemies. If he can't the history of man in space may be short indeed.

It is the far future. Earth is a beautifully planned, efficiently run and happily united. But still it is a world with problems- people have become so lazy, so self-satisfied, that human progress has all but ceased. Addicts of the newly-developed "programmed dreams" are increasing at an enormous rate. Only a few individuals realize that the human race is destroying itself. This book is about what those few people do.