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La vida en la tierra acabó hace dos mil años, el nuevo núcleo de la humanidad se encuentra a millares de kilómetros de distancia. Sophie Haisan es una de las ciudadanas de Liseltown, un lugar arrasado por una guerra civil. Sus cuatro hermanos y ella tienen que buscar la manera de sobrevivir e intentar ser felices, a pesar de los multiples obstaculos que se les presentan. Incluso cuando les separan deben encontrar la forma de ayudarse mutuamente y seguir con sus vidas. La inocencia de Sophie se ira perdiendo por el camino, mientras Aiden, un niño de misma su edad, hara lo imposible por mantenerla a salvo de si misma. ¿Como te sentirias tras perderlo todo una y otra vez?

Un archivo de vídeo alienígena. Una misteriosa enfermedad. LAKA-LAKA es la crónica de una epidemia sin precedentes y un descubrimiento inesperado. An alien video file. A mysterious disease. LAKA-LAKA is a chronicle of an unprecedented epidemic and an unexpected discovery.

El origen. Una aventura que aquí comienza…La esencia de la misión es una novela en la que la hibridez del género policial, la aventura y la ciencia ficción conducen al lector a una historia que se di

Realización de un deseo de adolescencia y complemento de las novelas que tienen por escenario la tierra valenciana, SÓNNICA LA CORTESANA (1901) recrea la heroica resistencia de la ciudad de Sagunto ante las tropas de Anibal.Inserta en la tradicion narrativa que toma como escenarios episodios historicos de epocas preteritas y que recorre todo el xix, desde Los ultimos dias de Pompeya hasta Quo vadis, pasando por Salambo, Vicente Blasco Ibañez (1867-1928) resucita en esta novela el mundo fastuoso y heroico, refinado y salvaje a la vez, de la Antiguedad.

La plataforma universal es creada por los alienígenas del mundo Shuriar, por su altruismo y avanzada tecnología, protegen el Universo usando sus portales. Y por su espejo intergaláctico observan un peligro acecha a La Tierra. El joven y bello Astrofisico Shuriaro, Iv ira a salvarla, padeciendo sufrimientos causados por sus enemigos y hallando la amistad y el amor de la humana Layin.

Se trata de una historia de amor y ciencia-ficción que trasciende a dos mundos. La Tierra y la Plataforma Espacial creada por los Shuriaros, que se designan los protectores del Universo, por su altruismo y avanzada tecnologia. Cuando La Tierra corre peligro el joven y apuesto Astrofisico de Shuriar, Iv, viajara a salvarla. Alli padecera los sufrimientos de sus enemigos, la ayuda de sus nuevos amigos y el amor de la humana Layin.

Un repentino ataque de curiosidad lleva al Sahara al afable catedráticoinglés Will Stone y a sus tres amigos, para realizar excavaciones en un emplazamiento en el que el radar ha detectado que bajo la tierra se escon-de un conjunto de piedras de gran tamaño. Alli encuentran una antigua estructura, una puerta de comunicacion entre los diferentes planetas que une la Tierra con mundos lejanos, donde descubriran maravillas y horrores que superan lo imaginable.Pero solo si son capaces de sobrevivir para volver a la Tierra...El autor entreteje una historia apasionante que transporta a los amigos a los confines del universo. Ahora cada viajero debe representar un papel vital para desvelar un antiguo misterio, cuya solucion puede mostrar los verdaderos origenes de la raza humana.

Desde la perspectiva de un futuro, siempre inquietantemente próximo, Un paso a lo desconocido nos presenta una serie de relatos que abordan aspectos fundamentales de la sociedad humana incidiendo de forma marcada en su faceta mas emocional. Partiendo de la influencia de los mas importantes precursores de la ciencia ficcion, como Philip K. Dick, Raul Sanchez sabe recrear una atmosfera propia a sus historias enmarcandolas en un tono hasta cierto punto metafisico y valiendose de los rasgos fundamentales del genero: robots con sentimientos humanos, futuros apocalipticos o experiencias mas alla de la muerte son items que veremos desarrollados desde un punto de vista muy personal en las paginas de este libro.

An alternate 1970s science fiction romance blending first contact and queer counterculture in the Los Angeles disco scene, perfect for readers of Vajra Chandraseker and Victor Manibo.In 1977a world where America launched its space program shortly after WWIIMitch Ward is a grunt in the US Spaceguard. Stationed in a backwater base on the Moon, his only friends are Gloria, who performs "Lady Stardust" for fellow soldiers, and Flynn.Following a visit from an unseen, terrifying but also maybe euphoric being,they find themselves quickly discharged from the army, and sent back to earth. Moving to Los Angeles tochase their dreams, Mitch and Gloria scrape by, finding their joy at the discos in the city.But when Flynn crashes back into their lives, claiming to be the host for a traveler and emissary of a utopian civilization, he comes with an offer for Mitch to join him, ad claim power so that he, and his friends across the queer community, never have to live in the shadows or face oppression again.As the forces of prejudice and oppression seek to push their community back into hiding, keeping them out of sight and oppressed, its down to this community of disco-loving outcasts to stand up for what is beautiful and right.

From the acclaimed critic and award-winning author of Anno Dracula comes a bitingly satirical story of superheroism, soap opera and alternative reality -- for readers of Austin Grossmans Soon I Will Be Invincible and George R.R. Martins Wild Cards.When Chrissie Chambers (model actress whatever) discovers her soap opera character is about to be killed off, she finally stops dieting and discovers hitherto untapped supernatural abilities. Meanwhile, Chrissies aunt - former national heroine Lady Shade - goes missing. Afraid for Jasmines safety and itching to costume-up, Chrissie and her ghost-possessed best friend Loulee break into Devils Dyke, the asylum where Jasmine works as a therapist with the most dangerous cutthroats (supervillains) in Britain only to find the inmates have taken over Chrissie debuts successfully as a cloak (superheroine), but who will become the arch-nemesis of Lady Shade II?In Chrissies timeline, the Beatles didnt split up and recorded a hallucinodelic album in 1972 Never Mind (strictly, Never Mind the Beatles) which literally changed the world. Set in an alternative 2020s London, this hugely entertaining, darkly humorous superhero tale is packed with Newmans trademark wit, and comes with wickedly sharp edges.

In this twisty and action-packed adventure from the BSFA award-winning author of Descendant Machine and Futures Edge, a crew of bounty hunters find themselves ensnared in a conspiracy on the very fringes of the devastated solar system. Perfect for fans of James S. A. Corey and Adrian Tchaikovsky."On Earth, they depicted justice as blindfolded and impartial, but out here on the frontier, she was red in tooth and claw."Jupiter and Saturn are gone, and a mysterious force has built a huge habitable sphere from their ashes. When criminals try to lose themselves on this new frontier, bounty hunters like Copernicus Brown and the crew of his sentient ship Jitterbug get paid to hunt them down. But when Brown rescues Amber Roth, sole survivor of a pirate attack, the Jitterbug and her crew find themselves the target of powerful political factions who want control of the data chip hidden in Roths stomach.And all the while, something vast and ancient creeps towards them from the depths of space

Action-packed and thought-provoking stories ranging across the dead sands of Mars to the backstreets of Buenos Aires, from the febrile mind of BSFA Award-winning author Gareth L. Powell.32 stories featuring the authors most celebrated tales alongside all new material, a thrilling experience for established fans and new readers alike.Ranging from the dead sands of Mars to the half-flooded remnants of Amsterdam, from the seedy backstreets of Buenos Aires to the gravity well of a singularity, these action-packed tales explore mind-bending ideas through the eyes of unforgettable and all-too-human characters.As their lives implode around them, will they use the moment to save their own skins, or to find a way to make up for past misdeeds?Who will they save?Who would you save?This entertaining and thought-provoking collection features work drawn from Powells twenty-year career as a writer, his best-loved stories, and previously unpublished material revisiting the expansive settings of his acclaimed science fiction sagas.

Octavio Aragão elenca uma coleção de 22 histórias abrangendo quase três décadas de carreira, nas quais o leitor se vê diante de presentes improváveis, passados retificados e realidades permeáveis.De

Step into worlds where science, imagination, and destiny collide.H. G. Wells, the "father of science fiction," presents a collection of visionary tales in Tales of Space and Time. Written at the dawn of the 20th century, these stories capture humanitys timeless fascination with the cosmos, the future, and the unknown.Blending adventure with profound speculation, Wells imagines journeys beyond Earth, visions of humanitys destiny, and encounters that challenge the boundaries of science and belief. His sharp prose and daring imagination continue to inspire readers, writers, and thinkers over a century later.For fans of classic science fiction, this collection is a window into Wells restless curiosity and his unmatched ability to weave thrilling storytelling with big ideas. Click "Buy Now" and explore Wells timeless tales of wonder, danger, and discovery.

What if you could journey to the end of time itself?The Time Machine (1895), by H. G. Wells, is the pioneering tale that introduced time travel to literature and established him as the "father of science fiction."The novel follows an eccentric scientist, known only as the Time Traveller, who invents a machine capable of carrying him across the ages. Venturing into the distant future, he encounters the gentle Eloi and the terrifying Morlocks, two species that reveal the dark trajectory of human evolution. His adventures raise haunting questions about technology, class, and the ultimate fate of humanity.Blending thrilling adventure with deep social critique, Wells creates a story that is at once imaginative, prophetic, and timeless. More than a tale of invention, it is a meditation on progress, survival, and the fragility of civilization itself.Still one of the most influential works of science fiction ever written, The Time Machine remains a must-read for dreamers, thinkers, and adventurers alike. Click "Buy Now" and travel through time with H. G. Wells visionary classic.

He imagined atomic bombs decades before they became reality.The World Set Free (1914), by H. G. Wells, is a visionary science fiction novel that predicted the dawn of nuclear power and its shattering impact on civilization.The story explores a future where scientists unlock the destructive force of atomic energy. What begins as a triumph of human ingenuity quickly spirals into global catastrophe, as cities are devastated by unstoppable weapons of unprecedented power. Out of the ashes, humanity faces a choice: continue down the path of annihilation, or rebuild a world guided by peace and reason.Far more than a tale of destruction, Wells novel is a meditation on science, responsibility, and the potential for both ruin and renewal. Written decades before the Manhattan Project, its uncanny accuracy makes it one of the most extraordinary works of speculative fiction ever created.A chilling yet hopeful vision, The World Set Free remains a timeless warning about the consequences of discovery without wisdom. Click "Buy Now" and experience H. G. Wells prophetic tale of atomic power and humanitys future.

Two men, one invention, and a journey that changed how we imagine space.The First Men in the Moon (1901), by H. G. Wells, is a groundbreaking science fiction adventure that takes readers beyond Earth and deep into the mysteries of the lunar world.The story follows Mr. Bedford, a businessman in search of fortune, and Dr. Cavor, a brilliant but eccentric scientist whose invention makes space travel possible. Together, they embark on a daring expedition to the Moononly to discover it is not barren, but alive with strange landscapes and an alien civilization that challenges everything they thought they knew.Mixing scientific speculation with thrilling adventure, Wells captures both the wonder and the danger of exploration. His vision of space travel was astonishingly ahead of its time, influencing generations of writers, scientists, and dreamers.More than just an adventure, The First Men in the Moon is a meditation on human ambition, greed, and the unknown forces we encounter when we reach beyond our world. Click "Buy Now" and experience H. G. Wells visionary journey to the Moon.

A realidade está à beira do colapso.Em um futuro distante, onde as leis do espaço-tempo são desafiadas, Ethan se vê marcado por visões que o conectam a um destino além da compreensão humana. O multiv

Em um distante planeta, numa cidade chamada Quantum, Brandon, um ser extraordinário, voluntaria-se para uma experiência única: encarnar na Terra como humano. Sob os cuidados da renomada Dra. Eleonor,

Questo romanzo è stato pubblicato da Tolstój nel 1890, nel pieno della sua crisi spirituale, che lo ha visto rinnegare i capolavori Guerra e pace e Anna Karénina e rinunciare – tra le resistenze del