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In Poul Anderson’s acclaimed collection *Operation Chaos*, a war across an alternate United States pits the forces of magic against sinister black‑magic weapons. The central narrative follows a werewolf and his witch wife as they confront the enemy’s ultimate weapon, a formidable demon unleashed upon the world.
First published in 1971, the anthology compiles short stories originally released in the 1950s and 1960s. It serves as a prequel to Anderson’s popular *Operation Luna*, weaving together elements of science‑fiction, supernatural lore, and libertarian themes within a fantastical American setting.
First publish date: 1971
Genre: General Fiction/Short Stories
Authors: Poul Anderson
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