Born of the Sun: Adventures in Our Solar System

Born of the Sun is a collection of one-story for each of the planets in our solar system during the Golden Age of SF, featuring the works of Larry Niven, Poul Andersen, Clifford D. Simak, and Clare Winger Harris.

Format: Paperback / softback
Length: 320 pages
Publication date: 06 August 2020
Publisher: British Library Publishing

Prepare to embark on a literary journey through the captivating realms of space, where the boundaries of imagination know no bounds. Join Mike Ashley as he guides us on a mesmerizing tour of the celestial bodies that grace our solar system, offering a glimpse into the wonders that lie beyond.

From the steamy jungles of Venus to the arid expanses of Jupiter, we encounter a universe filled with awe-inspiring wonders. Asteroids burst with vegetation, revealing worlds beyond our wildest dreams, orbiting the giver of all known life, the Sun.

As we venture further, we explore the captivating sights of Mercury, Venus, Mars, an alternate Earth, and the mysterious happenings on Saturn. But that's not all—we also delve into the tales of a peculiar civilization on Neptune, where the imagination takes flight.

In this collection, "Born of the Sun," we encounter one captivating story for each of the planets believed to inhabit our solar system during the Golden Age of Science Fiction. The authors featured in this anthology are a testament to the genre's immense talent and diversity. Names like Larry Niven, Poul Andersen, Clifford D. Simak, and Clare Winger Harris grace the pages, delivering masterpieces that will transport you to new dimensions of imagination.

So, grab your spaceship and set sail on this literary odyssey, as we explore the wonders of the universe and discover the secrets that lie within the stars. "Born of the Sun" is a testament to the power of storytelling and the boundless possibilities that exist in the vastness of space.

Weight: 306g
Dimension: 131 x 189 x 29 (mm)
ISBN-13: 9780712353564