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Leigh Brackett

    7 décembre 1915 – 18 mars 1978

    Leigh Brackett était célèbre pour sa capacité à créer des récits captivants empreints d'une atmosphère saisissante, souvent situés dans des mondes rudes et impitoyables. Son style distinctif, marqué par des dialogues percutants et un réalisme brut, lui a valu une réputation de voix importante dans les genres de la science-fiction et du western. Elle a principalement exploré les thèmes de la survie, de la nature humaine et de l'ambiguïté morale dans des circonstances difficiles. L'œuvre de Brackett témoigne d'une puissante maîtrise narrative et d'une perspicacité aiguë dans la dynamique des personnages.

    Leigh Brackett
    Outpost on Io
    Lorelei of the Red Mist
    Last Call from Sector 9G
    Shannach
    Thralls of the Endless Night
    Les Hommes stellaires
    • 2024

      Women of the Golden age Super Pack #1

      • 500pages
      • 18 heures de lecture

      Highlighting the significant contributions of female authors, this anthology features nineteen stories from the golden age of science fiction, showcasing their innovative storytelling and influence on the genre. Celebrating pioneers like Mary Shelley, the collection offers a diverse range of narratives that blend elements of science fiction, fantasy, and horror, reflecting the unique perspectives and creativity of women writers. This comprehensive compilation serves as a testament to the vital role women have played in shaping speculative fiction.

      Women of the Golden age Super Pack #1
    • 2024

      The starmen

      • 152pages
      • 6 heures de lecture

      The starmen is a significant classical work in human history, now preserved in a modern format by Alpha Editions. The book has been meticulously reformatted, retyped, and designed to ensure clarity and readability, avoiding the issues of scanned copies. This effort aims to keep the text accessible for both current and future generations, highlighting its enduring importance.

      The starmen
    • 2024

      Women of the Golden age Super Pack#1

      • 500pages
      • 18 heures de lecture

      Highlighting the significant contributions of women to science fiction, this anthology features nineteen stories from influential female writers of the genre's golden age. Celebrating their innovative storytelling, the collection showcases a range of narratives that have shaped science fiction, fantasy, and horror. With a focus on the unique perspectives and creativity of these visionary authors, the anthology underscores the importance of women's voices in the evolution of speculative fiction.

      Women of the Golden age Super Pack#1
    • 2024

      Stark Trio (Heathen Edition)

      • 270pages
      • 10 heures de lecture

      Leigh Douglass Brackett, an influential figure in science fiction and screenwriting, created the character Eric John Stark, a rugged anti-hero navigating alien worlds. This collection features three of Stark's adventures—Queen of the Martian Catacombs, Black Amazon of Mars, and Enchantress of Venus—originally published in the sci-fi pulp Planet Stories around 1950. Brackett's work is celebrated for its hardboiled style and imaginative storytelling, showcasing her significant contribution to the genre as one of the first women nominated for a Hugo Award.

      Stark Trio (Heathen Edition)
    • 2024

      Die Menschheit hat die Planeten unseres Sonnensystems besiedelt, aber Krieg und Armut sind deshalb längst nicht überwunden. Die irdische Zentralregierung herrscht mit harter Hand über die Außenwelten. Doch unter der Oberfläche schwelt die Rebellion. Eric John Stark ist ein Außenseiter, aufgewachsen unter den Ureinwohnern der lebensfeindlichen Welt des Merkur, die an der Schwelle zwischen Mensch und Tier stehen. Er befindet sich auf der Flucht vor dem Gesetz, weil er Rebellen auf der Venus mit Waffen versorgt hat. Dabei verschlägt es ihn auf den Mars, wo das uralte Vermächtnis einer fremden Zivilisation schlummert. Wer sich seiner bedient, spielt mit Kräften, an die der Mensch nicht rühren sollte ... Drei Space-Opera-Abenteuer aus der großen Zeit der Pulp-Magazine, in denen Leigh Brackett beweist, dass es bereits damals möglich war, Klischees zu hinterfragen und die Erwartungen der Leser:innen zu unterlaufen.

      Schwelende Rebellion
    • 2023

      The story unfolds in a mythological setting where a once-mighty moon of Venus, home to a powerful god, becomes the focal point of divine jealousy. As the lesser gods conspire against the Moon-god, they orchestrate his downfall, leading to the destruction of his celestial palace. This tale explores themes of power, envy, and the consequences of divine rivalry, set against the backdrop of a richly imagined cosmic landscape.

      The Moon That Vanished
    • 2023

      Shannach-The Last

      • 58pages
      • 3 heures de lecture

      Renowned for its historical significance, this book has been meticulously reformatted and redesigned for clarity and readability, ensuring its legacy endures. It explores themes within American and Canadian literature, making it a noteworthy addition to the literary canon. Alpha Editions aims to preserve this classic work for both current and future readers, emphasizing its importance in the evolution of language and literature.

      Shannach-The Last
    • 2023

      This classic work, significant in human history, has been meticulously republished in a modern format to ensure its preservation for future generations. The text has been retyped and redesigned for clarity, avoiding scanned copies to enhance readability. It is categorized within American and Canadian literature, highlighting its importance in the literary landscape.

      Terror Out of Space
    • 2021

      The Reavers of Skaith

      • 198pages
      • 7 heures de lecture

      Betrayed and abandoned, Eric John Stark finds himself struggling for survival on a brutal and unforgiving planet, despite believing he was finally safe. The story explores themes of trust, resilience, and the harsh realities of a world that challenges his very existence. As he navigates this savage environment, Stark must confront both external dangers and the betrayal that led him to this dire situation.

      The Reavers of Skaith
    • 2020

      The Ginger Star

      • 176pages
      • 7 heures de lecture

      Eric John Stark embarks on thrilling science fantasy adventures on Skaith, a lawless planet at the edge of the known universe. As an outlaw, he navigates the challenges of this wild world, encountering danger and intrigue in a richly imagined setting that pushes the boundaries of the solar system. Stark's journey promises excitement and exploration in a realm where survival is uncertain and adventure is a constant companion.

      The Ginger Star