The Doors of His Face, The Lamps of His Mouth
What's it about
Ever wondered what it takes to hunt a monster at the bottom of an alien ocean? Imagine yourself as a "bait," a wealthy thrill-seeker turned professional fisherman, facing a legendary sea creature on Venus. This is your chance to confront the beast that once nearly claimed your life. This collection of stories plunges you into a universe where myth and technology collide. You'll join cyborgs, immortal artists, and post-human gods on their quests for redemption, power, and meaning. Discover how to outwit your greatest fears and find your purpose in a future unlike any you've ever imagined.
Meet the author
A leading voice of the New Wave of science fiction, Roger Zelazny won multiple Nebula and Hugo Awards for his groundbreaking and mythologically-infused stories. A prolific writer with a master's degree in Elizabethan and Jacobean drama, Zelazny blended literary ambition with pulp energy, creating complex characters and poetic prose. His unique background allowed him to weave ancient legends and profound human questions into unforgettable speculative fiction, cementing his legacy as a master of the genre.
What's it about
Ever wondered what it takes to hunt a monster at the bottom of an alien ocean? Imagine yourself as a "bait," a wealthy thrill-seeker turned professional fisherman, facing a legendary sea creature on Venus. This is your chance to confront the beast that once nearly claimed your life. This collection of stories plunges you into a universe where myth and technology collide. You'll join cyborgs, immortal artists, and post-human gods on their quests for redemption, power, and meaning. Discover how to outwit your greatest fears and find your purpose in a future unlike any you've ever imagined.
Meet the author
A leading voice of the New Wave of science fiction, Roger Zelazny won multiple Nebula and Hugo Awards for his groundbreaking and mythologically-infused stories. A prolific writer with a master's degree in Elizabethan and Jacobean drama, Zelazny blended literary ambition with pulp energy, creating complex characters and poetic prose. His unique background allowed him to weave ancient legends and profound human questions into unforgettable speculative fiction, cementing his legacy as a master of the genre.
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