Untouched By Human Hands

Name: Untouched By Human Hands
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SKU: 9780241473023
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By Robert Sheckley

Series: Penguin Science Fiction

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Untouched By Human Hands by Robert Sheckley is a captivating collection of science fiction short stories. Each tale explores futuristic and imaginative scenarios, often presenting satirical and thought-provoking commentary on humanity. The stories blend wit with science fiction twists, inviting readers into worlds where human ingenuity and its consequences are brilliantly illustrated.
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This collection may appeal to you if you enjoy exploring the imaginative and often satirical realms of science fiction. Known for its sharp wit and inventive plots, it offers a fascinating journey into strange and thought-provoking worlds, all crafted by the unique voice of Robert Sheckley.

Untouched By Human Hands

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A collection of brilliant short stories from one of America's greatest ever science fiction writers.

Often considered to be Robert Sheckley's best short story collection, Untouched By Human Hands displays all of the author's signature surreal humour and eye for the unreal. Featuring human space exploration from the perspective of appalled aliens, darkly comic dystopias, and wry fables of technological disaster, this slim collection is rich in wit, invention, and provocative insight. It includes the classic stories 'The Monsters', 'Specialist', and 'Seventh Victim'.

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Untouched By Human Hands by Robert Sheckley is celebrated for its comedic genius within the science fiction realm. Esteemed authors like Douglas Adams and J.G. Ballard acknowledge Sheckley's unique wit and intelligence, crediting him as one of the pioneers of humour in sci-fi. The collection is recognised as one of the finest debut volumes, featuring acclaimed tales like "The Monsters" and "Specialist", noted for their elegance and literacy by the Science Fiction Encyclopedia.

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ISBN: 9780241473023

Publisher: Penguin Books Ltd

Format: Paperback / softback

Date Published: 03 June 2021

Country: United Kingdom

Imprint: Penguin Classics

Audience: General / adult

DIMENSIONS

Spine width: 8.0mm

Width: 111.0mm

Height: 182.0mm

Weight: 127g

Pages: 208

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Fiction General Fiction Penguin Books Penguin Classics Robert Sheckley Sci-Fi & Fantasy Science Fiction Series: Penguin Science Fiction

About the Author

Robert Sheckley (1928-2005) was an American science-fiction writer whose utterly original work is noted for its merging of quick wit, philosophical musing and dark satire. His many story collections and novels include Untouched By Human Hands (1954) and Dimension of Miracles (1968). In 2001, he was made Author Emeritus by the Science Fiction and Fantasy Writers of America.