Renowned fantasy author Manly Wade Wellman presents two captivating tales that showcase his exceptional storytelling ability. Known for his mastery in weaving intricate narratives, Wellman combines elements of fantasy and suspense, earning accolades such as the World Fantasy Award and the Edgar Allan Poe Award. These stories promise to immerse readers in imaginative worlds filled with rich characters and compelling themes.
Set on a distant planet, a castaway Earthman teams up with a group of fierce Amazons armed with crossbows to confront the formidable Frogmasters. The story explores themes of survival and resilience as they navigate the challenges posed by their powerful adversaries. The unique blend of science fiction and adventure highlights the clash between different civilizations and the fight for freedom against overwhelming odds.
The protagonist, John, is a charismatic folk hero who roams the Appalachian backwoods, confronting supernatural threats with his silver-stringed guitar and folk songs. His adventures include encounters with hoodoo practitioners, witch women, and eerie creatures, as well as a meeting with the ghost of George Washington. Blending horror and fantasy, the stories showcase his charm and resourcefulness in battling dark forces in the Southern mountains.
After a chance encounter, ex-GI Will Gardestang forms a bond with Tommy Gatchell and Rico Challoner over philosophical discussions and an ESP experiment. When they exhibit psychic abilities, Rico is mysteriously killed, allegedly by his cult-like superiors. Devastated, Will and Tommy embark on a dangerous mission to uncover the truth and avenge their friend. This gripping tale combines elements of supernatural suspense and camaraderie, originally published in 1944. The book also includes the short novel "Nuisance Value."
The Trouble in Sky Notch all started when that picture-painter Crispin came to town. Such a nice fellow, fitted in well. Doc invited him to dinner; Slowly Kimber square-danced with him. And he even got Captain Kimber to let him come watch a clan baptism ritual up in the hills!Gander Eye Gentry, who had his eye on Slowly, had his eye on Crispin too. Yet even he never linked Crispin with the creature he'd glimpsed in the hills - the thing that left a trail of burnt grass in its wake. And Crispin was an important part of the terror when the most down-to-earth of villages was menaced by something Unearthly...
The plot revolves around scientists Oliver Norfleet and Spencer DuPogue, who investigate a dangerous red blight linked to a meteor crash. As they uncover that the blight is a living entity that devours everything, they realize their knowledge isn't enough to combat the threat. They seek assistance from history's greatest scientific minds to find a solution. The narrative blends elements of science fiction and adventure, culminating in a race against time to save the Earth. The book also features the novella "The Timeless Tomorrow."
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