Larry Niven est un maître de la science-fiction hard, réputé pour son œuvre acclamée qui explore méticuleusement de grands concepts scientifiques et la physique théorique. Une force majeure réside dans sa création d'espèces extraterrestres minutieusement développées, qui se distinguent des humains tant par leurs attributs physiques que mentaux. Niven intègre fréquemment des éléments de fiction policière et d'histoires d'aventure, tissant des intrigues captivantes dans ses récits. Son approche innovante du genre, qui met l'accent sur la rigueur scientifique et l'étendue imaginative, en fait une voix significative de la science-fiction contemporaine.
"Welcome to Infernoland," an unearthly voice hisses. And the late, great Allen Carpentier plunges into ht efantastic abyss of an ingenious, living hell. His is a one-way journey through dim nether-regions where flame-colored demons wield diabolically sharp pitchforks . . . where tormented vixens reign forever in a pond of sheer ice. There, in this land of torment and terror, he discovers the amazing truth of the ultimate adventure that lies beyond the grave.
After losing three significant battles to the humans, the Kzin begin to wonder if their combative diplomatic style is working, and they decide to reevaluate their strategy
Ranging from the 20th Century to the 31st, these interconnected stories trace Man's expansion and colonization throughout the galaxy... Becalmed in hell Howie's spaceship had a malfunction...but it might be only psychosomatic! Wait it out He was trapped on Pluto...and all his assets were frozen! The borderland of Sol Forward possessed the ultimate weapon...but no one would ever see it! The jigsaw man The organ banks want you...now! Cloak of anarchy They were free to be anything but violent...but that wasn't enough! plus eight other great stories in Niven's spectacular cycle of the future...and, special for this volume, a complete Niven bibliography and a detailed chronology of all his Known Space stories!
Set in 2085, the story unfolds in a solar system where humanity has established colonies and tourism on the Moon is booming. Tensions rise as a stable lunar colony seeks independence, exploring themes of autonomy and the complexities of interplanetary relationships. As the narrative develops, it delves into the societal and political implications of this burgeoning independence movement, reflecting on humanity's expansion and the challenges that come with it.
After 200 years in cryosleep, Jaybee Corbell awakens to find that his mind has been downloaded to another body and he's in servitude to a harsh future State. After his escape via a spaceship, he traverses such vast distances--with accompanying time dilations--that he returns to Earth 3 million years later to discover a world wholly alien to the one he'd left. A.E. van Vogt wrote, "This fantastic novel is a mix of Niven hard science and a time-travel concept to boggle the mind." "Larry Niven is one of the giants of modern science fiction." - Mike Resnick "His tales have grit, authenticity, colorful characters and pulse-pounding narrative drive. Niven is a true master " - Frederik Pohl "Niven's intoxicating concepts, ideas, scientific extrapolations, and exotic hardware buffle up from every page. Rich in imagination and astonishing in breath ... will challenge the most sophisticated readers." - ALA Booklist "This fantastic novel is a mix of Niven hard science and a time-travel concept to boggle the mind...even after the last line the feeling remains of the story still rushing on into the magic distance of the universe." - A.E. van Vogt "Terrific fun " - Kirkus Reviews
Exploring the dynamics between Humans and Puppeteers, this novel delves into the intricate relationships and events that precede the acclaimed Ringworld series. Collaborating with Edward M. Lerner, Niven expands his Known Space universe, offering a fresh perspective on its lore. The narrative sets the stage for the conflicts and alliances that shape the future of this richly imagined world.
A classic novel of known spacePhssthpok the Pak had been traveling for most of his thirty-two thousand years. His save, develop, and protect the group of Pak breeders sent out into space some two and a half million years before . . .Brennan was a Belter, the product of a fiercely independent, somewhat anarchic society living in, on, and around an outer asteroid belt. The Belters were rebels, one and all, and Brennan was a smuggler. The Belt worlds had been tracking the Pak ship for days—Brennan figured to meet that ship first . . .He was never seen again—at least not by those alive at the time.
• The Lion in His Attic - (1982) • Spirals - (1979) - Larry Niven and Jerry Pournelle • A Teardrop Falls - (1983) • Talisman - (1981) - Larry Niven and Dian Girard • Flare Time - (1978) • The Locusts - (1979) - Larry Niven and Steven Barnes • Yet Another Modest Proposal: Roentgen Standard - (1984) • Folk Tale - (1984) • The Green Marauder - (1980) • War Movie - (1981) • The Real Thing - (1982) • Limits - (1981)
The Kzin are warcats supreme, bringing the galaxy under feline dominion. Then the pesky humans come along to cut the dauntless Heroes to ribbons. Includes contributions by Poul Anderson, Paul Chafe, and Hall Colebatch.
For too long, the Puppeteers have controlled the fate of worlds. Now Sigmund is pulling the strings... Covert agent Sigmund Ausfaller is Earth's secret weapon, humanity's best defense against all conspiracies, real and potential - and imaginary - of foes both human and alien. Who better than a brilliant paranoid to expose the devious plots of others? He may finally have met his match in Nessus, representative of the secretive Puppeteers, the elder race who wield vastly superior technologies. Nessus schemes in the shadows with Earth's traitors and adversaries, even after the race he represents abruptly vanishes from Known Space. As a paranoid, Sigmund had always known things would end horribly for him. Only the when, where, how, why, and by whom of it all had eluded him. That fog has begun to lift... But even Sigmund has never imagined how far his investigations will take him - or that his destiny is entwined with the fates of worlds.