Ray Bradbury Boeken

De toekomstbouwers is een opmerkelijke verzameling Science Fiction verhalen van grote meesters, geselecteerd uit hun vroege werken. Deze unieke collectie biedt de mogelijkheid om de schrijfstijlen van topauteurs te vergelijken, evenals hun ontwikkeling van eerdere naar latere werken. Van Aldiss tot Sturgeon, deze meesterlijke verhalen zijn nog nooit eerder gezamenlijk gepubliceerd. De bundel bevat onder andere een inleiding van Peter Haining en verhalen zoals "Het wapen, te vreselijk om te gebruiken" van Isaac Asimov, geschreven op 17-jarige leeftijd en voor het eerst gepubliceerd in Amazing Stories in 1939. Daarnaast zijn er bijdragen van Theodore Sturgeon met "Abreactie" (Weird Tales, 1939), Ray Bradbury's "De fluit" (Thrilling Wonder Stories, 1943) en Murray Leinster's "Het eeuwigdurende nu" (Thrilling Wonder Stories, 1944). Ook zijn er verhalen van Robert A. Heinlein, Arthur C. Clarke, Robert Sheckley en Brian W. Aldiss, elk met hun eigen unieke stijl en visie, gepubliceerd tussen de jaren 1940 en 1958. Deze bundel is een must-read voor elke liefhebber van het genre.

Aan het begin van Ray Bradbury's schrijverscarrière staat zijn verhalenbundel 'Dark Carnival' - een van de meest befaamde klassieken die de science fiction kent! Een door de auteur later herziene uitgave beleefde, als Ballantine Science Fiction Classic, indertijd de ene herdruk na de andere; in 1970 werd het boek, nadat het lange tijd uitverkocht was, opnieuw uitgebracht in Amerika, in een dure gebonden editie. Het beste hieruit vindt men in de goedkope Nederlandse uitgave bijeengebracht, aangevuld met enige hoogtepunten uit twee andere Bradbury-bundels: 'Fahrenheit 451' en 'The Golden Apples of the Sun'.

Comprising:The Human Zero by Erle Stanley Gardner;The Man Who Ploughed The Sea by Arthur C. Clarke;The Proxy Head by Robert Bloch;Hands Across Space by Chad Oliver;Itself! by A.E. van Vogt;The Imaginary by Isaac Asimov;The Cosmic Relief by Eric Frank Russell;I, Rocket by Ray Bradbury.

Dit boek van Ray Bradbury verzamelt een reeks fantastische "chronieken" die de verovering en daaropvolgende kolonisatie van Mars door een voornamelijk Amerikaanse mensheid beschrijven, tussen 1999 en 2026: het jaar waarin de uitbraak van een atoomoorlog de aardbewoners terugroept naar hun planeet. Het oude Mars blijft dan opnieuw verlaten en woest, met de brede en krachtige stromen van zijn mysterieuze, millenniaoude kanalen, en zijn immense zeeën zonder leven, waarover de grote zeilschepen van de laatste marsbewoners varen - wezens die lijken op schimmen, schaduwen en larven van een beschaving die de aardbewoners niet hebben kunnen zien of begrijpen. Met "De Kronieken van Mars" is een nieuwe, originele schrijver geboren, voor wie sciencefiction slechts een voorwendsel is om zijn fantasie de vrije loop te laten, en in dit geval, om te protesteren tegen het leven van vandaag dat, met te veel materialisme en commercialisme, het poëtische en sprookjesachtige element van de mens en zijn geschiedenis dreigt te vernietigen.

Contents: Introduction · in R Is for Rocket [“King of the Gray Spaces”] · ss Famous Fantastic Mysteries Dec ’43 The End of the Beginning [“Next Stop: The Stars”] · ss Maclean’s Oct 27 ’56 The Fog Horn [“The Beast from 20,000 Fathoms”] · ss The Saturday Evening Post Jun 23 ’51 The Rocket [“Outcast of the Stars”] · ss Super Science Stories Mar ’50 The Rocket Man · ss Maclean’s Mar 1 ’51 The Golden Apples of the Sun · ss Planet Stories Nov ’53 A Sound of Thunder · ss Colliers Jun 28 ’52 The Long Rain [“Death-by-Rain”] · ss Planet Stories Sum ’50 The Exiles [“The Mad Wizards of Mars”] · ss Maclean’s Sep 15 ’49; F&SF Win ’50 Here There Be Tygers · ss New Tales of Space and Time, ed. Raymond J. Healy, Holt, 1951 The Strawberry Window · ss Star Science Fiction Stories #3, ed. Frederik Pohl, Ballantine, 1954 The Dragon · vi Esquire Aug ’55 The Gift · vi Esquire Dec ’52; Fantastic Jul ’59 Frost and Fire [“The Creatures That Time Forgot”] · nv Planet Stories Fll ’46 Uncle Einar · ss Dark Carnival, Arkham House: Sauk City, WI, 1947 The Time Machine [“The Last, the Very Last”] · ss The Reporter Jun 2 ’55 The Sound of Summer Running [“Summer in the Air”] · ss The Saturday Evening Post Feb 18 ’56

Langs de weg had hij een reclame gezien: ILLUSTRATIE VAN DE HUID! Dus had hij zich een nacht lang door tovernaalden wespesteken laten toebrengen. Tegen de ochtend zag hij eruit als een man die in een twintigkleuren-drukpers was gevallen en er schilderachtig bedrukt weer uit was gerold. Hij had nu een lichaam vol geniale miniaturen. Maar hij wist gelukkig nog niet welke wonderen en verschrikkingen er het gevolg van zouden zijn.

Guy Montag, de held van de roman, leeft in zijn brandveilige villa, omringd door een beschaving van razendsnelle auto's, raketvliegtuigen, mechanische muziek en ook door politiehelikopters en mechanische "honden", die met hun chemische neus de sporen van een crimineel onfeilbaar volgen. Maar wie is deze "crimineel"? Iemand die de fundamentele wet van deze utopische samenleving overtreedt, namelijk het bezitten en lezen van boeken, die niet denkt zoals het is voorgeschreven, die probeert zelfstandig na te denken. Dit "misdrijf" pleegt Montag. Het verhaal vertelt over de verschrikkelijke, angstaanjagende jacht die de politie op hem organiseert met hun helikopters, de gemecaniseerde angst die hem op de hielen zit in de vorm van een mechanische hond met een procaïne-naald in zijn kaak, de afschuwelijke televisie-uitzending van deze achtervolging en de uiteindelijke ondergang van deze onmenselijke wereld. Het is een van Bradbury's beste werken, waarin hij een kromme spiegel voorhoudt aan de moderne beschaving, die de mens geen echt geluk biedt als het het kostbaarste in hem verstikt – de menselijke gedachte.

22 Verhalen van één van de grootmeesters van de fantastische literatuur: zowel fantasy als meer alledaagse, maar even onwerkelijke gedachtenspinsels.

12 spannende verhalen van evenzovele schrijvers, samengesteld en ingeleid door de master of suspense himself.De titels van de verhalen:Skelet (Ray Bradbury), Dode boodschap (Ramsey Campbell), Het rijk der doden (Alex Hamilton), Een bepaalde hoek van licht (Raylyn Moore), Het aapje (Stephen King), Een zwarte nacht (David Morrell), Doodsliefde (Bill Pronzini), De armen (Steve Rasnic Tem), Shadetree (J. Michael Reaves), Baby-bloed (Alan Ryan), De bloedproef (Henry Slesar) en Popburgers (Lisa Tuttle).

This collection includes 100 of Ray Bradbury's remarkable stories which have, together with his classic novels, earned him an immense international audience.

Une audio-cassette accompagne le livre (60 mn). Appartient à la collection livre de poche et à la collection les langues modernes. Choix et annotations par William B. Barrie

This collection features four imaginative classics from a celebrated American author, showcasing his distinctive storytelling and visionary themes. Among the included works is the complete "Martian Chronicles," which explores humanity's colonization of Mars and the complex interactions between humans and Martians. The anthology highlights the author's ability to blend science fiction with profound social commentary, offering readers a captivating journey through both fantastical and thought-provoking narratives.

This authoritative volume features two landmark story collections by one of America's most beloved authors, along with 27 additional speculative and strange tales, including 7 that have been restored to print. Ray Bradbury, renowned for over 400 short stories, excelled in science fiction, speculative fiction, horror, and dark fantasy. The first collection, a more Earthbound companion to his classic work, comprises eighteen stories linked by the metaphor of a tattooed outcast. These tales delve into the dehumanizing effects of technology, as seen in "The Veldt" and "The Rocket Man," and explore humanity's darker aspects, exemplified in "The Visitor." The second collection gathers nineteen macabre stories, including carnival tales and speculative horror. Notable narratives such as "Uncle Einar" and "Homecoming" focus on the monstrous Elliott family, while "The Next in Line" follows a woman trapped in a Mexican town. "Touched with Fire" features two men who can foresee murders. This edition also restores original artwork by Joe Mugnaini and includes 27 additional short stories from Bradbury's early career, selected by scholar Jonathan R. Eller. Highlights include "Frost and Fire," "The Pedestrian," and "I Sing the Body Electric!," along with rarities like "R is for Rocket," "Asleep in Armageddon," and "The Lost City of Mars."

For more than sixty years, the imagination of Ray Bradbury has opened doors into remarkable places, ushering us across unexplored territories of the heart and mind while leading us inexorably toward a profound understanding of ourselves and the universe we inhabit. In this landmark volume, America's preeminent storyteller offers us one hundred treasures from a lifetime of words and ideas. The stories within these pages were chosen by Bradbury himself, and span a career that blossomed in the pulp magazines of the early 1940s and continues to flourish in the new millennium. Here are representatives of the legendary author's finest works of short fiction, including many that have not been republished for decades, all forever fresh and vital, evocative and immensely entertaining.

One hundred classic stories from the celebrated author of Fahrenheit 451.

Featuring thirteen captivating stories, this collection showcases the work of a celebrated author renowned in the science fiction and fantasy genres. With accolades including the World Fantasy, Bram Stoker, Emmy, and Hugo awards, the book promises over 250 pages of imaginative narratives that highlight the author's exceptional storytelling abilities. Readers can expect a blend of thrilling plots and rich characters that define the author's legacy in speculative fiction.

First published in Collier's, May 6, 1950.The story concerns a household in Allendale, California, in the aftermath of a nuclear war.

Set in a harsh, radiation-scorched world where life is limited to eight days, Sim faces an impossible challenge as he contemplates reaching a distant ship for escape. The narrative explores themes of courage and survival against overwhelming odds. Renowned author Ray Bradbury, celebrated for his contributions to science fiction and fantasy, infuses the story with tension and existential questions, reflecting his legacy as a master storyteller.

One hundred classic stories from the celebrated author of Fahrenheit 451.

With his disarmingly simple style and complex imagination, Ray Bradbury has seized the minds of American readers for decades.This collection showcases thirty-two of Bradbury's most famous tales in which he lays bare the depths of the human soul. The thrilling title story, A Sound of Thunder, tells of a hunter sent on safari -- sixty million years in the past. But all it takes is one wrong step in the prehistoric jungle to stamp out the life of a delicate and harmless butterfly -- and possibly something else much closer to home ...

After dying in a spaceship crash, Hugh Starke awakens in a new body on a beautiful, alien world, only to find that he is despised by its inhabitants. His newfound wealth and power come at a cost, as his soul is claimed by Rann, the devil-goddess of Falga, who has her own agenda for him. This tale unfolds as a grand adventure, blending elements of heist and fantasy, showcasing the imaginative storytelling of two masters from the golden age of pulp fiction.

Featuring an extensive anthology of one hundred stories, this collection showcases over three hundred thousand words from renowned authors in science fiction, fantasy, and horror. Readers can immerse themselves in a diverse range of narratives, offering hours of captivating entertainment and a glimpse into the imaginative realms crafted by some of the genre's greatest writers.

A collection of short stories by the famous science fiction writer that border on the bizarre, including "Skeleton," "The small assassin," "Touched with fire," and "Uncle Einar"

The summer of '28 was a vintage season for a growing boy. A summer of green apple trees, mowed lawns, and new sneakers. Of half-burnt firecrackers, of gathering dandelions, of Grandma's belly-busting dinner. It was a summer of sorrows and marvels and gold-fuzzed bees. A magical, timeless summer in the life of a twelve-year-old boy named Douglas Spaulding—remembered forever by the incomparable Ray Bradbury. Woven into the novel are the following short stories: Illumination, Dandelion Wine, Summer in the Air, Season of Sitting, The Happiness Machine, The Night, The Lawns of Summer, Season of Disbelief, The Last--the Very Last, The Green Machine, The Trolley, Statues, The Window, The Swan, The Whole Town's Sleeping, Goodbye Grandma, The Tarot Witch, Hotter Than Summer, Dinner at Dawn, The Magical Kitchen, Green Wine for Dreaming.

A collection of stories from such authors as James Thurber, Guy de Maupassant, Ray Bradbury, H G Wells, etc.

In this exuberant book, the incomparable Ray Bradbury shares the wisdom, experience, and excitement of a lifetime of writing.

In 1953, the brilliant but terrifying titan of cinema John Huston summons the young writer Ray Bradbury to Ireland. The apprehensive scribe's quest is to capture on paper the fiercest of all literary beasts — Moby Dick — in the form of a workable screenplay so the great director can begin filming. But from the moment he sets foot on Irish soil, the author embarks on an unexpected odyssey. Meet congenial IRA terrorists, tippling men of the cloth impish playwrights, and the boyos at Heeber Finn's pub. In a land where myth is reality, poetry is plentiful, and life's misfortunes are always cause for celebration, Green Shadows, White Whale is the grandest tour of Ireland you'll ever experience — with the irrepressible Ray Bradbury as your enthusiastic guide.

The WISP series (Wonderfully Illustrated Short Pieces) represents an ingenious marriage of two creative forces: the artistry of today’s foremost illustrators and the literary legacy of beloved authors of popular short works for adults. The resulting offspring of this union are captivating, full-color illustrated editions of timeless classics that readers will want to savor and collect. For the first time ever, the series makes selected popular short works previously offered only in collections available in a unique, stand-alone format. Also for the first time, WISPs harness the talents of top illustrators for the benefit and delight of a new, older audience. This WISP presents RAY BRADBURY’S THE HOMECOMING, a little boy’s tale of his family reunion of vampires. This story was initially published in 1946 and later refashioned into further stories. Bringing this story to life are the wondrous illustrations of Dave McKean, whose delightful artwork perfectly matches the tale. These one-of-a-kind, attractively priced and invitingly formatted illustrated editions will make a great impulse buy and appeal to a broad audience.

The Master of storytelling treats us to eighteen brand-new stories and seven previously published but never before collected. Tales of abandoned places and betrayed love; of a house where time has no boundaries; of a faraway planet plagued by an epidemic of sorrow; a wheat field that hides a strangely welcome enemy; the ghosts of dear friends, of errant sons and lost fathers, are but a few of the ingredients that have gone into Bradbury's savoury cocktail. One More for the Road is a superb refreshment served with wit, heart and flair by the incomparable Ray Bradbury.

Being a writer can be a lonely and frustrating experience. The stories in this book-by a wide range of professional writers, novelists, journalists, freelancers, poets and screenwriters-will give readers insight into the human trials, tribulations and triumphs of writers, and writers a source of inspiration and commiseration. Whether readers are beginning writers, seasoned pros or wannabes, the stories of purpose, passion, endurance and success contained in Chicken Soup for the Writer's Soul will inform, entertain, uplift and inspire them. In its pages, they will learn important lessons on: the importance of perseverance, the value of being yourself, the process of discovering your own voice, the need for mentors and allies, and the power of following your heartfelt dreams. Contributors include: Sue Grafton, Steve Allen, Dave Barry, Agatha Christie, Art Linkletter, Terry McMillan, and more.

Celebrating Ray Bradbury's centennial, an illustrated commemorative collection of his finest crime stories -- tales as strange and wonderful as his signature fantasy. Time travelers…dark carnivals…living automata…and detectives? Honoring the 100th birthday of Ray Bradbury, renowned author of Fahrenheit 451, this new, definitive collection of the master’s less well-known crime fiction, published in a high-grade premium collectible edition, features classic stories and rare gems, a number of which became episodes of ALFRED HITCHCOCK PRESENTS and THE RAY BRADBURY THEATER, including the tale Bradbury called “one of the best stories in any field that I have ever written.” Is it murder to destroy a robot if it looks and speaks and thinks and feels like a human being? Can a ventriloquist be incriminated by the testimony of his own dummy? Can a time traveler prevent his younger self from killing the woman they both loved? And can the survivor of a pair of Siamese twins investigate his own brother’s murder? No other writer has ever rivaled the imagination and narrative gifts of Ray Bradbury, and the 20 unforgettable stories in this collection demonstrate this singular writer’s extraordinary range, influence and emotional power.

Presents vivid photographs of the historic buildings, sporting events, parades, social life, and the various neighborhoods of Los Angeles

The collection features 16 of Ray Bradbury's most popular stories, showcasing his profound impact on the literary and cinematic realms of science fiction. Bradbury's narratives traverse Earth, space, and Mars, revealing the full spectrum of his exceptional talent, from horror to humor. His storytelling ability has reshaped culture and expanded our understanding of the world. This anthology presents a visionary and timeless classic of science fiction literature, making it accessible to a wider audience.

It's the week before Hallowe'en, and Cooger and Dark's Pandemonium Shadow Show has come to Green Town, Illinois. The siren song of the calliope entices all with promises of youth regained and dreams fulfilled . . . And as two boys trembling on the brink of manhood set out to explore the mysteries of the dark carnival's smoke, mazes and mirrors, they will also discover the true price of innermost wishes . . .

One of Ray Bradbury's classic short story collections, available in ebook for the first time.

A superlative new collection of twenty-two stories by the author of "The Martian Chronicles" includes the continuating saga of H.G. Well's time traveller and his Toynbee Convector, a ghost on the Orient Express, and a bored man who creates his own genuine Egyptian mummy

"This collection brings together five stories which explores a range of perspectives within the genre of science fiction. From space travel to time travel, scientific experiments and teleportation, these stories will fascinate and delight fans of science fiction everywhere.CONTENTS:IntroductionUsing a dictionaryThe Genre of Science FictionWe Can Remember It For You Wholesale by Phillip K DickA Sound of Thunder by Ray BradburyTravel By Wire by Arthur C ClarkeThe Martian Odyssey by Stanle

Murder Most A Collection of Great Crime Stories

Cover Illustration: Trevor Scobie Set the controls for the heart of the sun. The Captain bent in the warm air, cursing, felt his hands run over the cold machine, and while he worked he saw a future which was removed from them by the merest breath. He saw the skin peel from the rocket beehive, men thus revealed running, running, mouths shrieking, soundless. Space was a black mossed well where life drowned its roars and terrors. Scream a big scream, but space snuffed it out before it was half up your throat. Men scurried, ants in a flaming matchbox; the ship was dripping lava, gushing steam, nothing! Journey with the century's most popular fantasy writer into a world of wonder and horror beyond your wildest dreams. Contents: - The Fog Horn (1951) - The Pedestrian (1951) - The April Witch (1952) - The Wilderness (1952) - The Fruit at the Bottom of the Bowl (1948) - Invisible Boy (1945) - The Flying Machine (1953) - The Murderer (1953) - The Golden Kite, the Silver Wind (1953) - I See You Never (1947) - Embroidery (1951) - The Big Black and White Game (1945) - A Sound of Thunder (1952) - The Great Wide World Over There (1952) - Powerhouse (1948) - En la Noche (1952) - Sun and Shadow (1953) - The Meadow (1953) - The Garbage Collector (1953) - The Great Fire (1949) - Hail and Farewell (1953) - The Golden Apples of the Sun (1953)

Thirteen Capsules of Terror - Not to be Taken at Bedtime Here is a fantastic journey into a world of terror with thirteen of Bradbury's very best. A baby born with the irge to kill... the couple who leave for a honeymoon - in a cemetery... a husband and wife who have an unpleasant experience with some mummified Mexican corpses... the tombstone in the bedroom... a little boy who examines the macabre entrails of the man upstairs... A chilling collection that will linger long after you have finished reading it. The Small Assassin The Next in Line The Lake The Crowd Jack-in-the-Box The Man Upstairs The Cistern The Tombstone The Smiling People The Handler Let's Play 'Poison' The Night The Dead Man

Story originally published: New York: Alfred A. Knopf, A1972.

The internationally acclaimed author of The Martian Chronicles , The Illustrated Man , and Fahrenheit 451 , Ray Bradbury is a magician at the height of his powers, displaying his sorcerer's skill with twenty-one remarkable stories that run the gamut from total reality to light fantastic, from high noon to long after midnight. A true master tells all, revealing the strange secret of growing young and mad; opening a Witch Door that links two intolerant centuries; joining an ancient couple in their wild assassination games; celebrating life and dreams in the unique voice that has favored him across six decades and has enchanted millions of readers the world over.

The first new novel from Bradbury in more than 10 years--and the recipient of the National Book Foundation's 2000 Medal for Distinguished Contribution to American Letters--features the supernatural Elliot family. Outlandish, great-hearted, and loving-spirited, the Elliots are vampires, but their son is born with a defect--he's human

Ray Bradbury, the undisputed Dean of American storytelling, dips his accomplished pen into the cryptic inkwell of noir and creates a stylish and slightly fantastical tale of mayhem and murder set among the shadows and the murky canals of Venice, California, in the early 1950s.Toiling away amid the looming palm trees and decaying bungalows, a struggling young writer (who bears a resemblance to the author) spins fantastic stories from his fertile imagination upon his clacking typewriter. Trying not to miss his girlfriend (away studying in Mexico), the nameless writer steadily crafts his literary effort--until strange things begin happening around him.Starting with a series of peculiar phone calls, the writer then finds clumps of seaweed on his doorstep. But as the incidents escalate, his friends fall victim to a series of mysterious "accidents"--some of them fatal. Aided by Elmo Crumley, a savvy, street-smart detective, and a reclusive actress of yesteryear with an intense hunger for life, the wordsmith sets out to find the connection between the bizarre events, and in doing so, uncovers the truth about his own creative abilities.

Halloween Night, 1954. A young, film-obsessed scriptwriter has just been hired at one of the great studios. An anonymous investigation leads from the giant Maximus Films backlot to an eerie graveyard separated from the studio by a single wall. There he makes a terrifying discovery that thrusts him into a maelstrom of intrigue and mystery—and into the dizzy exhilaration of the movie industry at the height of its glittering power.

Bradbury has travelled many roads in the course of a long and celebrated career: rutted backwood paths that led to dark and dangerous places; country highways that wound through the unseen heart of America; shimmering celestial turnpikes as limitless and exciting as the unbound imagination. In DRIVING BLIND he takes us on twenty-one roads we have never visited before. Here are unforgettable excursions to the fantastic, glorious grand tours through time and memory, where surprises are waiting around each bend and just before every roadsign.

From one of the greatest living literary imaginations and the celebrated author of FAHRENHEIT 451 comes a collection of never-before-published effortlessly beautiful tales.

In a haunting tale set in Venice, California, an unnamed writer reconnects with the enigmatic Constance Rattigan, a fading Hollywood star. After her sudden disappearance, he embarks on a dark journey with his friend Crumley, exploring the eerie remnants of old Hollywood filled with secrets, ghosts, and the specter of death.

Haunting photos by Archie Lieberman of the mummies from El Museo de las Momias, Mexico, with a 1947 short story by Ray Bradbury about a couple who visit the museum where the wife has an enlightening experience. Photographs by Archie Lieberman; story, "The Next in Line," by Ray Bradbury. 100 pages; full-page b&w images throughout; 9.75 x 12 inches.

Facing a dire situation, two men must capture the infamous Space Pirate Gunther after their ship crashes on an asteroid. With only an hour of air, a single gun, and a news-real camera, they must rely on their wits to survive and succeed in their mission. The high-stakes environment and limited resources create intense tension as they navigate their predicament.

A collection of stories in which icy terror can spring from the innocent.

Over thirty chilling tales of gruesome evil—a man buried alive; a young girl dancing to her death; Jack the Ripper alive and well in modern Chicago and many more haunting terrors! --front flap

One of Ray Bradbury’s classic short story collections. In a ghost town hotel in a burning desert, three old men await the January rains – and are visited by a strange musician.

Library sticker on front.This book has hardback covers.Ex-library,With usual stamps and markings,In poor condition, suitable as a reading copy.Dust Jacket in fair condition.

While gazing at the stars in the desert, young Ahmed tumbles from his camel and becomes lost from his father's caravan, feeling certain he will die before truly living. His tears awaken Gonn-Ben-Allah, a slumbering god who rises from the sand and soars into the night sky. Gonn empathizes with Ahmed's plight but urges him to let go of the past and focus on the future, as this is the path to improving his present and achieving his dreams. Together, they embark on a magical journey through time and space, where Gonn imparts essential life lessons that resonate with both children and adults. He teaches Ahmed that failure only exists in not trying; the true failure is to abandon one's dreams. This notion deeply affects Gonn, who has faced death repeatedly due to humanity's neglect of aspiration. At one point, they encounter a sleeping man, symbolizing passivity and missed opportunities, which causes Gonn to begin to wither. Ahmed must apply Gonn's teachings to save his giant friend from this dire fate. This enchanting fable emphasizes that dreaming is for everyone, not just children, and is beautifully illustrated by Chris Lane, making it a delightful gift for readers of all ages. Its enriching message and engaging story make it a soon-to-be classic.

Die 21 Kurzgeschichten dieser Anthologie haben eine Länge von nur 85 bis 1815 Wörtern. Sie entstanden fast alle in den achtziger und neunziger Jahren. Neben renommierten Autoren wie Asimov, Bradbury und Paley sind sehr viele junge, noch weitgehend unbekannte Talente vertreten. Diese Textausgabe kann bereits ab Klasse 10 - für sich allein oder zusammen mit dem Schülerarbeitsbuch Creative Exercises (Klettbuch 57791) - benutzt werden.

Fourteen classic time travel stories, selected by award-winning author Barry N. Malzberg. Features "The Battle of Long Island" by Nancy Kress, "The Man Who Came Early" by Poul Anderson, "A Little Something for Us Tempunauts" by Philip K. Dick, "3 RMS GD VIEW" by Karen Haber, "Hawksbill Station" by Robert Silverberg, and "Time-Tipping" by Jack M. Dann.

• Introduction (Circus of Dr. Lao and Other Improbable Stories): Ray Bradbury• The Circus of Dr. Lao: Charles G. Finney• The Pond: Nigel Kneale• The Hour of Letdown: E. B. White• The Wish: Roald Dahl• The Summer People: Shirley Jackson• Earth's Holocaust: Nathaniel Hawthorne• Busby's Petrified Woman: Loren Eiseley• The Resting Place: Oliver La Farge• Threshold: Henry Kuttner• Greenface: James H. Schmitz• The Limits of Walter Horton: John S. Sharnik• The Man Who Vanished: Robert M. CoatesCover Illustration: D. Schwartz

This box set by Ray Bradbury includes a selection of his most notable works, showcasing his distinctive blend of science fiction, fantasy, and social commentary. Central to Bradbury's narratives is the exploration of the human condition, often set against dystopian or speculative backdrops. Key themes include the impact of technology on society, the importance of imagination, and the complexities of human relationships. Prominent works in the collection feature iconic characters such as Montag from "Fahrenheit 451," a fireman in a future society where books are banned, grappling with conformity and censorship. In "The Martian Chronicles," various settlers confront the challenges of colonizing Mars, reflecting on themes of colonization, cultural clash, and environmentalism. Other stories delve into childhood nostalgia, the passage of time, and the interplay between dreams and reality. Bradbury's lyrical prose and vivid imagery invite readers to reflect on moral dilemmas and the consequences of societal choices. The box set serves as a comprehensive introduction to his literary legacy, highlighting his ability to provoke thought and evoke emotion through imaginative storytelling.

3x Bradbury v jednom balení. Marťanská kronika, román o osidlování Marsu, které ale zdaleka neprobíhá tak, jak by si lidstvo přálo. Ilustrovaný muž, povídková sbírka s osmnácti příběhy, jež na sobě nosí záhadný potetovaný člověk. 451 stupňů Fahrenheita, román o hasičích, jejichž úkolem není hasit, ale naopak pálit. Tři mistrná díla science fiction z pera legendy tohoto žánru Raye Bradburyho, která nyní představujeme v jednom knižním boxu.

Vor seinem Ruhm als Science-Fiction- und Romanautor schrieb Bradbury Kriminalgeschichten für amerikanische Magazine. Die besten dieser Geschichten wurden nun in einem Buch gesammelt.

Настоящая книга поистине уникальна - это самый первый сборник Брэдбери, с тех пор фактически не переиздававшийся, не доступный больше нигде в мире и ни на каком языке вот уже 60 лет! Отдельные рассказы из "Темного карнавала" (в том числе такие классические, как "Странница" и "Крошка-убийца", "Коса" и "Дядюшка Эйнар") перерабатывались и включались в более поздние сборники, однако переиздавать свой дебют в исходном виде Брэдбери категорически отказывался. Переубедить мэтра удалось ровно дважды: в 2001 году он согласился на коллекционное переиздание крошечным тиражом (снабженное несколькими предисловиями, авторским вводным комментарием к каждому рассказу и послесловием Клайва Баркера), немедленно также ставшее библиографической редкостью, а в 2008-м - на российское издание.