The Best of R. A. Lafferty

Name: The Best of R. A. Lafferty
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SKU: 9781473213449
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By R. A. Lafferty

Series: S.F. Masterworks

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The Best of R. A. Lafferty is a collection of unique and imaginative short stories that showcase Lafferty's distinctive wit, creativity, and storytelling prowess. The anthology delves into themes of time travel, alternate realities, and quirky characters, each crafted with Lafferty's signature style and humour. This collection offers a whimsical and thought-provoking journey through the realms of science fiction and fantasy.
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You might enjoy this book if you have a taste for quirky, imaginative storytelling and a fondness for the unexpected twists typical of classic science fiction and fantasy. R. A. Lafferty's unique voice and inventive plots offer a delightful escape into worlds that defy conventional logic, making it perfect for readers who appreciate original and thought-provoking tales.

The Best of R. A. Lafferty

Edited and collated by Jonathan Strahan, with a volume introduction by Neil Gaiman, THE BEST OF R.A. LAFFERTY is the authoritative collection of short fiction by R.A. Lafferty.

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Acclaimed as one of the most original voices in modern literature, Raphael Aloysius Lafferty has been awarded and nominated for a multitude of accolades over the span of his career, including the World Fantasy Award for Lifetime Achievement.

The Best of R. A. Lafferty is a collection containing 22 unique tall tales, including:

Hugo Award-winning

'Eurema's Dam' - introduced by Robert Silverberg

Hugo Award-nominated

'Continued on the Next Rock' - introduced by Nancy Kress

'Sky' - introduced by Gwenda Bond

Nebula Award-nominated

'In Our Block' - introduced by Neil Gaiman

And more stories introduced by other modern masters of SF who acknowledge R.A. Lafferty as a major influence and force in the field.

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The Best of R. A. Lafferty is often praised for its unique storytelling style and imaginative narratives, with many reviewers highlighting Lafferty's flair for inventiveness and surreal humour. Some readers appreciate the book's rich language and unconventional plots, noting that they offer a refreshing break from traditional science fiction and fantasy tropes. However, a few mention that the tales may not suit everyone due to their atypical structure and abstract themes.

Book Details

INFORMATION

ISBN: 9781473213449

Publisher: Orion Publishing Co

Format: Paperback / softback

Date Published: 04 April 2019

Country: United Kingdom

Imprint: Gollancz

Audience: General / adult

DIMENSIONS

Spine width: 36.0mm

Width: 128.0mm

Height: 198.0mm

Weight: 318g

Pages: 464

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About the Author

R. A. Lafferty (1914-2002)

Raphael Aloysius Lafferty was an American science fiction and fantasy writer born in Neola, Iowa. His first publication of genre interest was 'Day of the Glacier' with Science Fiction Stories in January 1960, although he continued to work in the electrical business until retiring to write full-time in 1970. Over the course of his writing career, Lafferty wrote thirty-two novels and more than two hundred short stories and he was known for his original use of language, metaphor and narrative structure.