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Isaac Asimov Presents Great Science Fiction #13 presents a carefully curated collection of iconic American science fiction tales. The anthology opens with an introduction by editor Martin H. Greenberg and includes eight pieces by William Tenn, Arthur C. Clarke, Ray Bradbury, C. M. Kornbluth, Fredric Brown, Edgar Pangborn, Katherine MacLean, Jack Finney, Anthony Boucher, Alan E. Nourse, Fritz Leiber, and Julian May. The stories span speculative ideas ranging from future societies and technological wonders to philosophical speculation, showcasing the breadth of mid‑20th‑century science fiction.
Published in 1951, the volume provides readers with a snapshot of the genre’s formative years, highlighting the imaginative breadth of American writers who shaped science fiction’s early legacy.
First publish date: 1985
Genre: Science Fiction/Hard Science Fiction
Authors: Isaac Asimov
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