Books like Case and the dreamer by Theodore Sturgeon
This brief collection gathers three science‑fiction short stories by Theodore Sturgeon. The narratives examine themes of love and relationships through speculative settings, offering readers compact, thought‑provoking adventures in the genre of American and fantastical fiction.
First publish date: 1974
Genre: General Fiction/Short Stories
Authors: Theodore Sturgeon
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