Harry Harrison; Brian W Aldiss

Year's Best Science Fiction: Volume 9 [Signed by Author Joe Haldeman]

New York: Futura Publications, 1979.

Signed by Author Joe Haldeman on his story title page.

The bindings are tight and square. Text is clean; light, even age-toning. Moderate shelf handling wear with a minor scuff on the front cover edge. No spine crease.

Very Good / No Dust Jacket, As Issued. Item #20266
ISBN: 0860078949

The Year's Best Science Fiction: Volume 9, edited by Brian W. Aldiss and Harry Harrison, is the final installment in their annual anthology series showcasing top science fiction stories.

This 206-page collection features works by notable authors such as Algis Budrys, Lisa Tuttle, Thomas M. Disch, Barry N. Malzberg, and Michael Moorcock. Notably, it includes "The Chaste Planet" by John Updike, highlighting the anthology's diverse range. The volume also reflects on the evolution of science fiction over the past decade, with an afterword discussing the genre's development. ​ [ref ISFDB]

Joe Haldeman is a highly regarded American science fiction author, best known for his novel The Forever War (1974), which explores themes of time dilation, the futility of war, and the psychological toll of combat. A Vietnam War veteran, Haldeman’s experiences heavily influenced his writing, particularly in his depiction of the disorienting effects of warfare. His works often blend military science fiction with deep psychological and philosophical exploration.

Haldeman’s importance in science fiction lies in his ability to combine hard science fiction with humanist concerns, making him a key figure in the post-New Wave science fiction movement. His work has earned multiple Hugo and Nebula Awards, cementing his legacy as a significant voice in the genre.

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