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The Best of Larry Niven compiles a selection of his most celebrated short stories across the science‑fiction and fantasy genres. Spanning decades of his writing, the anthology offers readers a chance to experience Niven’s inventive speculation, imaginative worlds, and sharp storytelling.
First publish date: 2010
Genre: General Fiction/Anthologies
Authors: Larry Niven
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