George O. Smith was an American science fiction author best known for his Venus Equilateral series of stories about a communications station in outer space. This meticulously edited collection includes Venus Equilateral series and other SF novels and short stories about outer space. Table of Contents: Venus Equilateral Series: QRM—Interplanetary Calling the Empress Recoil Off the Beam The Long Way Beam Pirate Firing Line Special Delivery Pandora's Millions Mad Holiday Novels & Short Stories: Operation Interstellar Highways in Hiding The Fourth 'R' The Undetected The Troublemakers The Catspaw Lost Art Identity The Big Fix Trouble Fine Feathers The Fixer Trouble Times Two Vocation Stop Look and Dig History Repeats Instinct Amateur in Chancery Alien Blind Time Circle of Confusion Latent Image Rat Race The Answer The Impossible Pirate The Incredible Invasion
George O. Smith's 'Ultimate SF Collection' is a fantastic anthology that showcases the author's incredible talent for writing science fiction. The collection consists of a series of short stories that explore various themes such as space exploration, artificial intelligence, and the future of humanity. Smith's writing style is characterized by its attention to scientific detail and its ability to create immersive worlds that captivate the reader. His stories are not only entertaining but also provoke thought about the possibilities of the future. Set against the backdrop of the Golden Age of science fiction, Smith's work is a shining example of the genre at its best. George O. Smith was a prolific science fiction writer who drew inspiration from his background in engineering. His technical knowledge shines through in his stories, adding a layer of realism to his futuristic scenarios. Smith's ability to blend scientific accuracy with imaginative storytelling sets him apart as a notable figure in the world of science fiction literature. I highly recommend George O. Smith's 'Ultimate SF Collection' to any reader who enjoys thought-provoking science fiction that balances scientific realism with captivating storytelling. This anthology is a must-read for fans of the genre and those looking to explore the possibilities of the future through the lens of a talented writer.
This volume of Wildside Press's Golden Age of Science Fiction MEGAPACK® series assembles a second volume of George O. Smith's classic science fiction short stories. Here are— “Rat Race” “Alien” “Vocation” “The Answer” “Blind Time” “The Impossible Pirate” “Calling the Empress” “Fine Feathers” “Circle of Confusion” “Identity” “Lost Art” “The Fixer” “The Incredible Invasion” “Trouble Times Two” If you enjoy this volume of Wildside Press's best-selling MEGAPACK® series, search your favorite ebook store for more than 400 more volumes, covering science fiction, fantasy, horror, mysteries, westerns, romance, and many, many more subjects!
The Genius Machine The Holden Electromechanical Educator made its inventors' five-year-old son the mental equal of most adults. It also made him an orphan. For someone wanted it badly enough to kill Jimmy Holden's mother and father brutally, while the boy watched. The only one he had left to turn to was his guardian, Paul Brennan. But Paul Brennan's was the face he had seen when his parents' murderer was struck. . . . The first time Jimmy ran away, he was caught easily. The next time as well. The third time, he had a plan -- and the means to carry it out. He would be safe now from Paul Brennan -- but not from the one thing he lacked: the fourth R. * George O. Smith, ground-breaking author of Venus Equilateral, is at his best in this gripping thriller, which is at the same time a stimulating novel of ideas.
The Venus Equilateral series is a set of 13 science fiction short stories by American writer George O. Smith, concerning the Venus Equilateral Relay Station, an interplanetary communications hub located at the L4 Lagrangian point of the Sun-Venus system. Most of the stories were first published in Astounding Science Fiction between 1942 and 1945. The setting for most of the stories in the series is Venus Equilateral, a space station three miles long and one mile in diameter that serves as a communications relay between Venus, Earth, and Mars whenever interference from the Sun prevents line-of-sight communication between them. Venus Equilateral was formed out of a nickel-iron asteroid that was moved into Venus' L4 point. At the time the stories take place, the asteroid has been completely reworked, resulting in a burnished steel cylinder with a large docking port at one end and a bank of communications dishes at the other.
"Venus Equilateral" by George O. Smith is a set of 13 science fiction short stories concerning the Venus Equilateral Relay Station, an interplanetary communications hub located at the L4 Lagrangian point of the Sun-Venus system. Most of the stories were first published in Astounding Science Fiction between 1942 and 1945 with this being their first compilation together in one place.
George Oliver Smith (April 9, 1911 - May 27, 1981) (also known by the pseudonym Wesley Long) was an American science fiction author. Smith was an active contributor to Astounding Science Fiction during the Golden Age of Science Fiction in the 1940s. His collaboration with the magazine's editor, John W. Campbell, Jr. was interrupted when Campbell's first wife, Doña, left him in 1949 and married Smith. Smith continued regularly publishing science fiction novels and stories until 1960. He was given the First Fandom Hall of Fame award in 1980. He was a member of the all-male literary banqueting club the Trap Door Spiders, which served as the basis of Isaac Asimov's fictional group of mystery solvers the Black Widowers.
The Ultimate SF Collection: 150 Classics is an unparalleled compilation that traverses the broad spectrum of science fiction, showcasing the rich diversity and profound depth of this genre. From the proto-science fiction elements of Mary Shelley's groundbreaking work to the complex social commentaries of H.G. Wells, and the pioneering space operas of E.E. Smith, this anthology celebrates the multifaceted nature of science fiction. It navigates through various literary styles, from adventure-laden narratives and speculative technological wonders to dystopian visions and philosophical explorations, offering readers a comprehensive journey through the evolution of the genre. Standout pieces include timeless classics that have become cornerstones of science fiction, reflective of the era's technological aspirations and societal fears. The contributing authors and editors, a constellation of literary luminaries, bring together an extraordinary range of perspectives, each infusing the collection with unique insights grounded in their distinct historical and cultural contexts. Authors like Jules Verne and H.G. Wells are credited with the genesis of speculative fiction, while pioneers like Mary Shelley and Edgar Allan Poe introduced elements that would define the genre. This anthology not only highlights seminal works that contributed to the development of science fiction but also aligns with various literary movements, from Romanticism to Modernism, enriching the readers' understanding of its thematic diversity. The Ultimate SF Collection: 150 Classics offers a unique opportunity to immerse oneself in the expansive universe of science fiction. It is an essential read for aficionados and newcomers alike, providing a broad compilation that celebrates the genre's ability to question the known and imagine the unknown. This anthology encourages readers to explore the depths of human imagination, the ethical dilemmas of science and technology, and the endless possibilities of alternative realities. It is an invitation to traverse time, space, and dimension through a literary lens, fostering a deeper appreciation of the genre's contribution to culture and society.
Armchair Fiction presents extra large editions of classic science fiction double novels. The first novel is by sci-fi great, George O. Smith. “Operation Interstellar” is a grand piece of space opera. For years men had struggled with the linking up of real-time planetary communications. They said the theory wasn’t sound. It seemed impossible. But Paul Grayson had been working with the Z-wave in the hope of establishing the legitimacy of his own theories. But so far, success had eluded him. No one would give him a chance to test his findings. The closer he came to proving the validity of his theories, the harder multiple political factions worked against him…including his own boss! This George Smith novel is riddled with intrigue, murder, and good old-fashioned space opera in this classic tale from the golden years of science fiction. The second novel is Milton Lesser’s “The Thing from Underneath.” From deep within the Earth’s bowels they came… It seemed impossible. Gold from Fort Knox being stolen? Priceless bars of gold were missing from what was one of the best protected, most impregnable structures on Earth. Or was it? Then one day bars of gold starting disappearing from within one of the Fort’s most secure underground chambers, setting off a panic that soon rippled through the entire United States government. How was it even possible? It wasn’t until a scaly green arm reached out and dragged a guard into one of the Fort’s deepest gold vaults that the truth was guessed: we were being invaded! Invaded by a race of creatures from deep inside the Earth…
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