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Dive into the otherworldly adventures of 'The Martian Monster And Other Stories', a captivating collection of tales penned by a master storyteller. This engaging volume, published by W W Norton & Company, features 160 pages of imaginative narratives that blend elements of science fiction and fantasy. Among them is the poignant story of 'The Martian Monster,' where a 9-year-old boy forms an unusual friendship with a Martian in the woods. Tasked with confronting his tumultuous home life, the boy's plea for help takes a dark turn, revealing the complexities of familial relationships and the depths of childhood emotions.
This collection is not just about whimsical creatures; each story carries sharp social commentary, as seen in 'And Then There Were Two!', where intelligent robots strive for world peace, only to face antagonism from power-hungry politicians. 'Prediction of Disaster!' draws readers into the suspenseful world of astronomy as a scientist races against time to warn humanity of an imminent solar catastrophe. Perfect for lovers of speculative fiction, this book explores themes of friendship, trust, and the consequences of choices in a rapidly changing world.
Don't miss the chance to own a copy of this brand new book with an ISBN of 9781683961680. Enjoy free shipping on your order and expect delivery within 6 weeks. Note: Once your order is placed, it cannot be cancelled.
Note: Shipping for this item is free. Please allow up to 6 weeks for delivery. Once your order is placed, it cannot be cancelled.
Condition: BRAND NEW
ISBN: 9781683961680
Year: 2019
Publisher: W W Norton & Company
Pages: 160
Description:
Stories in this volume include "The Martian Monster," in which a 9-year-old boy befriends a Martian in the woods and asks him to kill his stepmother ? but the "Martian" convinces him that it™s really his father who he should target. There™s sharp social commentary in "¦And Then There Were Two!" (highly intelligent robots unveil a plan for world peace, but political opportunists launch an anti-robot campaign to discredit them) and "Prediction of Disaster!" (an astronomer concludes that our sun is about to go nova and tries to warn the world).
This collection is not just about whimsical creatures; each story carries sharp social commentary, as seen in 'And Then There Were Two!', where intelligent robots strive for world peace, only to face antagonism from power-hungry politicians. 'Prediction of Disaster!' draws readers into the suspenseful world of astronomy as a scientist races against time to warn humanity of an imminent solar catastrophe. Perfect for lovers of speculative fiction, this book explores themes of friendship, trust, and the consequences of choices in a rapidly changing world.
Don't miss the chance to own a copy of this brand new book with an ISBN of 9781683961680. Enjoy free shipping on your order and expect delivery within 6 weeks. Note: Once your order is placed, it cannot be cancelled.
Note: Shipping for this item is free. Please allow up to 6 weeks for delivery. Once your order is placed, it cannot be cancelled.
Condition: BRAND NEW
ISBN: 9781683961680
Year: 2019
Publisher: W W Norton & Company
Pages: 160
Description:
Stories in this volume include "The Martian Monster," in which a 9-year-old boy befriends a Martian in the woods and asks him to kill his stepmother ? but the "Martian" convinces him that it™s really his father who he should target. There™s sharp social commentary in "¦And Then There Were Two!" (highly intelligent robots unveil a plan for world peace, but political opportunists launch an anti-robot campaign to discredit them) and "Prediction of Disaster!" (an astronomer concludes that our sun is about to go nova and tries to warn the world).