Jack Dann Livres

JACK DANN'S groundbreaking anthologies Wandering Stars and More Wandering Stars used the tropes of science fiction, fantasy, and magical realism to ask and try to answer! what it means to be a Jew. In his new short-story collection Concentration, Dann enlists the techniques of fabulation to illuminate one of the defining events in human history: the Nazi Holocaust. Author and critic Marleen Barr has written that Dann is a Faulkner and a Márquez for Jews ; and Concentration is a testament to that claim, for these confronting and thought provoking stories are written from a perspective rarely seen in literature. Concentration is nothing less than an attempt to describe the indescribable . . . to come to terms with the unthinkable. The Holocaust was so terrible, so far on the edges of comprehension, so surreal, so psychologically cyclonic and horrific in dimension and effect that perhaps it might best be glimpsed through the reflections of metaphor and fantasy. Dann answers the historian Hayden White's call to revise our notion of what constitutes realistic representation in order to take account of experiences that are unique to our century and for which older modes of representation have proven inadequate. And given the historical amnesia that seems to characterize our time, a work such as this is also . . . necessary.

This anthology showcases thirty-five exceptional Australian authors, each contributing original tales that promise to shock, astound, and delight readers. Featuring a diverse range of voices, including bestselling writers like Garth Nix and Trudi Canavan, the collection highlights the vibrant and imaginative landscape of contemporary Australian fiction. With a focus on fantasy, these stories reflect the unique cultural context of Australia while pushing the boundaries of the genre.

A Chilling new anthology of all-original tales of horrorIncludes New Stories by:Ray BradburyGraham JoycePeter CrowtherKim NewmanSara DouglassThomas TessierM. John HarrisonGahan WilsonThe anthology market these days is awash with small, themed works focused on very specific markets, like vampire erotica and tales of werewolves, or it features best of the year reprints. It has been years since anyone has dared to bring out a broad-reaching anthology that seeks to define the current state of the genre with all original tales from both masters and hot new writers.

Tells the stories of an unusual swim meet, the union of a mermaid and a mortal man, an Irish merrow, a selkie or were-seal, surgically created amphibious humans, and nereids

Exploring themes of redemption and artistic legacy, the story reimagines James Dean's life after his tragic accident, granting him a second chance to influence art and culture during a tumultuous period. Set against a backdrop of significant social change, the narrative delves into Dean's struggles and triumphs as he seeks to leave a lasting impact on his generation.

An anthology of Vietnam War stories from writers in the Science Fiction community. A unique anthology.

In this fictional tale, da Vinci is just beginning his creative period in Florence, with his world controlled by the Medicis and surrounded by famous contemporaries. When a plot against him is revealed, he sets out on a mythic journey over a single lost year -- and finds the destiny that could have been.

Long before there was Dolly the sheep, there were brilliant science fiction authors speculating on the power and potential, the temptations and the terrors, of cloning.Join them as they explore the ideas, the implications, and the thrilling dramatic possibilities in this collection of stories by Ursula K. LeGuin, Joe Haldeman, John Varley, and others...ContentsThe Extra • (1990) • novelette by Greg EganThe Phantom of Kansas • [Eight Worlds] • (1976) • novelette by John VarleyNine Lives • (1969) • novelette by Ursula K. Le GuinPast Magic • (1990) • shortstory by Ian R. MacLeodWhere Late the Sweet Birds Sang • (1974) • novella by Kate WilhelmOut of Copyright • (1989) • shortstory by Charles SheffieldMary • (1964) • novelette by Damon KnightClone Sister • (1973) • novelette by Pamela SargentBlood Sisters • (1979) • novelette by Joe HaldemanPreface (Clones!) • (1998) • essay by Jack Dann and Gardner Dozois

The collection features seventeen original stories set in a captivating steampunk universe filled with mystery and atmospheric tension. Each tale explores unique characters and intricate plots, immersing readers in a world where technology meets Victorian aesthetics, all while navigating themes of fear and adventure.

This unique edition features a flip format reminiscent of classic Ace Doubles, presenting two distinct stories in one volume. The twenty-second Wildside Double invites readers to explore diverse narratives, showcasing the creativity and variety of the featured authors. Each story promises an engaging journey, appealing to fans of adventurous and imaginative literature.