Best Selling Books by Fritz Leiber

FANTASY THE FOURTH VOLUME IN IBOOKS'' REISSUES OF CLASSIC FANTASIES BY SCIENCE FICTION WRITERS OF AMERICA GRAND MASTER FRITZ LEIBER! With Swords Against Wizardry, the fourth installment of the Lankhmar series, the story unveils behind the curtain in the Witch''s Tent. Fafhrd and Gray Mouser are there to consult a sorceress who holds the secret to their escape but when would they ever need to escape? Would they need this knowledge when they journey to Stardock? Where is there to escape up there? No doubt the icy seduction of "the cruel one, " with her greed for both gore and graciousness, could offer them several ways out. Their luck has been good so far; one way out should work. Their luck continues as thieves. They are the best thieves in Lankhmar until better positions arise: The Lords of Quarmall. Gray Mouser and Fafhrd steal a kingdom within a hill and declare themselves Lords.

The Probability Engine made differing timelines a reality: alternate universes real enough to exist side by side...and to be invaded.... Destiny Times Three is a classic alternate-timeline science fiction novel by American writer Fritz Leiber. It first appeared in Astounding Science Fiction as a twopart serial from March to April, 1945.

Tansy Saylor is the wife of an up-and-coming young sociology professor at a small, conservative American college. She is also a witch. Her husband, Norman, discovers this one day while rummaging through her dressing table: he finds vials of graveyard dirt, packets of hair and fingernail clippings from their acquaintances, and other evidence of her witchcraft. He confronts Tansy, and manages to convince her that her faith in magic is a result of superstition and neurosis. Tansy burns her charms; and Norman''s luck immediately goes sour. He realizes that he had been protected, up till now, by Tansy''s charms, and that as a result of his meddling, they are both now powerless to counteract the spells and charms of the other witches all around them.

At the time of the release of this ebook edition of The Big Time, it remains the only Hugo Award–winning work in the public domain. That makes it a very special treasure indeed! The Big Time tells the tale of a group of servicemembers who work in facilities isolated from regular space-time. They’re involved in a war conducted by two shadowy groups that spans time itself, with all of humanity as pawns on an ever-changing historical battlefield. It explores a fascinating range of themes including time travel, the purpose of war, isolation, and love in the face of it all.

The award-winning sword and sorcery classic that introduced Fafhrd and the Gray Mouser, from a Grand Master of Science Fiction and Fantasy. First in the influential fan-favorite series, Swords and Deviltry collects four fantastical adventure stories from Fritz Leiber, the author who coined the phrase "sword and sorcery" and helped birth an entire genre. In "Induction," in the realm of Nehwon, fate brings young prince Fafhrd and apprentice magician the Gray Mouser together to mark the beginning of a loyal and lifelong friendship. Consumed by his wicked mother''s enchantments, Fafhrd finds freedom by pursuing the love of a beautiful actress in the Nebula and Hugo Award–nominated "The Snow Women." Studying sorcery under a great wizard in a land where it is forbidden, Mouse crosses the thin line between white and black magic to avenge a great wrong in "The Unholy Grail." And in the Nebula and Hugo Award–winning novella "Ill Met in Lankhmar," Fafhrd and the Gray Mouser disguise themselves as beggars to infiltrate the Thieves'' Guild—only to pay a horrible price for their greed when they come face-to-face with a monstrous evil.

Wysten Turner is a Brit visiting America after it''s great war with Russia. He meets a woman with a tale of woe in the streets of New York. Her boyfriend is a professional wrestler who beats her. She begs Turner to help her escape him, but is the situation as straight forward as it seems? Nominated for a Retro Hugo Award.

From a Grand Master of Science Fiction and Fantasy: In a post-apocalyptic future, a priest must fight the forces of evil in order to bring freedom to humanity. Three-hundred and sixty years after a nuclear holocaust ravaged mankind, the world is fraught with chaos and superstition. Endowed with scientific knowledge lost to the rest of humanity, Techno-priests of the Great God now rule. Jarles, originally of peasant descent, rises to become a priest of the Great God. He knows that the gospel is nothing but trickery propagated by non-believers. One day, he defies his priestly training and attempts to incite the peasants to rebel—but Jarles is not the only dissenter trying to bring down the priesthood—witchcraft is slowly gaining strength and support among the populace. Little does Jarles know his rebellion is about to throw him headlong into the middle of the greatest holy war the world has ever seen.

In "The Green Millennium," Fritz Leiber masterfully weaves a narrative that oscillates between science fiction and dark fantasy, set against the backdrop of a near-future Earth transformed by environmental calamities. Leiber''s prose is both lyrical and incisive, deftly exploring themes of identity, humanity''s relationship with nature, and the consequences of technological advancement. The plot centers on a mysterious green cat that catalyzes a series of surreal events, leading the protagonist into a labyrinth of existential reflections and moral dilemmas. The novel serves as a rich commentary on the 1960s zeitgeist, grappling with ecological anxieties and the burgeoning counterculture movement, all while employing a vibrant, almost hallucinatory literary style that invites deep engagement from the reader. Fritz Leiber, a prominent figure in 20th-century speculative fiction, brought to bear his extensive knowledge of mythology and philosophy, as well as his personal experiences with urban life and nature, into this work. His unique background''Äîrooted in a theatrical upbringing and a lifelong engagement with the fantastic''Äîshapes the emotional depth and complexity found within "The Green Millennium." This novel reflects his belief in the power of literature to challenge norms and provoke thought about urgent societal issues. For readers who crave a profound exploration of ecological themes wrapped in an evocative narrative, "The Green Millennium" is an essential addition to the canon of speculative fiction. Leiber''Äôs imaginative storytelling invites readers to reflect on their own place within an ever-changing world, encouraging both introspection and deeper consideration of humanity''s role in the ecological balance. This engaging work will appeal not only to fans of science fiction but also to those interested in philosophical questions that resonate in today''s urgent climate discourse. In this enriched edition, we have carefully created added value for your reading experience: - A succinct Introduction situates the work''s timeless appeal and themes. - The Synopsis outlines the central plot, highlighting key developments without spoiling critical twists. - A detailed Historical Context immerses you in the era''s events and influences that shaped the writing. - A thorough Analysis dissects symbols, motifs, and character arcs to unearth underlying meanings. - Reflection questions prompt you to engage personally with the work''s messages, connecting them to modern life. - Hand‐picked Memorable Quotes shine a spotlight on moments of literary brilliance. - Interactive footnotes clarify unusual references, historical allusions, and archaic phrases for an effortless, more informed read.

History does not move in one current, like the wind across bare seas, but in a thousand streams and eddies, like the wind over a broken landscape. —Cary The boys'' half of the dressing room (two-thirds really) was bustling. There was the smell of spirit gum and Max Factor and just plain men. Several guys were getting dressed or un-, and Bruce was cussing Bloody-something because he''d just burnt his fingers unwinding from the neck of a hot electric bulb some crepe hair he''d wound there to dry after wetting and stretching it to turn it from crinkly to straight for his Banquo beard. Bruce is always getting to the theater late and trying shortcuts.

The Big Time is a story involving only a few characters, but with a vast, cosmic back story. The storyline features members of one of two factions, both capable of time travel, engaged in a long-term conflict called "The Change War". Their method of battle involves changing the outcomes of events throughout history.

This Hugo Award–winning disaster epic from the Science Fiction Grand Master "ranks among [his] most ambitious works" (SFSite). The Wanderer inspires feelings of pure terror in the hearts of the five billion human beings inhabiting Planet Earth. The presence of an alien planet causes increasingly severe tragedies and chaos. However, one man stands apart from the mass of frightened humanity. For him, the legendary Wanderer is a mere tale of bizarre alien domination and human submission. His conception of the Wanderer bleeds into unrequited love for the mysterious "she" who owns him.

This volume assembled six of Leiber''s classic works: "Dr. Kometevsky''s Day," "The Big Trek," "The Enchanted Forest," "Deadly Moon," "The Snowbank Orbit," and "The Ship Sails at Midnight."

A modern tale of an inner-directed sorcerer and an outer-directed sorcerer''s apprentice, by fantasy, horror and science fiction writer Fritz Leiber. Leiber (1910-1992) was known for his fantasy works, particularly the Fafhrd and the Grey Mouser series, but he also enjoyed success as a science fiction writer. He received the Gandalf award at the World Science Fiction Convention in 1975 and the Grand Master Award at the Science Fiction and Fantasy Writers of America in 1981.

The dark star passed, bringing with it eternal night and turning history into incredible myth in a single generation! In this story of desperation and courage a family believing themselves to be the last humans alive on Earth must fight daily against a cold uncaring universe. Fritz Leiber won multiple Hugo, Nebula, and World Fantasy awards. This story shows him at the height of his prowess.

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