It is a tale of revolution, of the rebellion of a former penal colony on the Moon against its masters on the Earth. It is a tale of a culture whose family structures are based on the presence of two men for every woman, leading to novel forms of marriage and family. It is the story of the disparate people, a computer technician, a vigorous young female agitator, and an elderly academic who become the movement's leaders, and of Mike, the supercomputer whose sentience is known only to the revolt's inner circle, who for reasons of his own is committed to the revolution's ultimate success.

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"The single most important and valuable Heinlein book ever published."-Spider RobinsonRobert A. Heinlein has been hailed as one of the most forward-thinking science fiction writers of all time, and Expanded Universe (presented in two volumes) offers the perfect collection of his works to provide readers with true insights into his uniquely creative mind. Heinlein personally selected each story or essay for inclusion in this collection, which is ordered chronologically, starting with his first sale in 1939 of "Life-Line" to Astounding (for seventy dollars). This remarkable collection highlights the development of Heinlein's writing style and his philosophy on life throughout his career. More importantly, this collection is as close to an autobiography as anything Heinlein wrote during his life. Heinlein was an extremely private person who never wrote much about himself. In this exclusive collection, he offers forewords to most of his stories and essays (and an occasional afterword), giving readers a rare glimpse into the inner mind of the master. Expanded Universe is a must-have for any Heinlein enthusiast and any fan of science fiction.

Robert Heinlein’s Expanded Universe: Volume One

Quatrième de couverture :Les progrès réalisés dans les transplantations d'organes ouvrent d'infinies possibilités. Voici qu'on a imaginé de greffer le cerveau d'un riche et vieux businessman dans la tête d'une jeune et jolie femme. L'opération réussit et ne manque pas de donner naissance à des situations insolites, souvent audacieuses... C'est là, véritablement, de la science-fiction pour adultes.Cet ex-officier de la Marine américaine fait montre d'un esprit encyclopédique, et il est considéré par beaucoup comme le plus remarquable auteur de science-fiction. A trois reprises, l'Oscar dénommé « Hugo », dans le domaine de la science-fiction, a couronné ses ouvrages.

Le ravin des ténèbres

Cover artist: Lima de FreitasRobert A. Heinlein, um dos mais célebres autores norte-americanos de Ficção-Científica, volta à Colecção Argonauta com um dos seus mais célebres romances.Revolta em 2100 revela, mais uma vez, a imaginação prodigiosa deste consagrado escritor, e o seu forte e surpreendente poder de efabulação e, ao mesmo tempo, a agilidade com que estrutura fortemente as suas narrativas, conferindo-lhes todos os pormenores indispensáveis à sua concatenação interna. É devido ao concurso destas qualidades que Robert A. Heinlein consegue impregnar os seus romances daquela atmosfera que invade o leitor e o persuade de que se encontra perante os factos como uma espécie de testemunha presencial.Em Revolta em 2100, Robert A. Heinlein conduz-nos a um mundo futuro e tumultuoso, em cujas coordenadas sopra a violência e impera a força da reinvindicação e de contestação. Narrativa impressionante, desenvolvida a um ritmo de alucinação que não exclui o comedimento, Revolta em 2100 introduz-nos no âmago de um conflito em que as paixões tumultuam e os ventos sopram com incontida energia.Altamente aclamado pela crítica e pelo público dos muitos países em que se encontra editado, Revolta em 2100 não tardou a tornar-se um best-seller, sucesso que vai certamente repetir-se em Portugal, onde o seu autor conta numeroso grupo de admiradores.

Révolte en 2100 (Histoire du futur)

"The most thrilling and tingling kind of science fiction story."? Kirkus Reviews"Heinlein found his true direction.. The Martian setting is logically constructed and rich in convincing detail [while] the characters are engaging and the action develops naturally." ?Jack WilliamsonMarking the first appearance of the Martian elder race that plays such a prominent role in Stranger in a Strange Land, Robert A. Heinlein's iconic Red Planet tells the story of Jim Marlowe and Frank Sutton's journey to the Lowe Academy boarding school on Mars, and the discoveries they make there that impact the future of their entire colony. While on their way, along with Jim's volleyball-sized native pet, Willis the Bouncer, the boys wander into the 'forbidden' territory where they meet a native Martian, Gekko. The Martian, who is oddly protective of Willis, becomes a "water friend" to the young boys and exposes them to the true wonders of the planet. Once enrolled at the school, Jim and Frank rescue Willis from the authoritarian headmaster who had confiscated the "pet", Willis, and discover the colonial administrator's plans for Mars, which threatens the very survival of the colony in its present form. Jim and Frank run away from the school. Can they warn the colony in time to save it from the administrator's nefarious plans?Red Planet is Robert A. Heinlein at his best, with an exciting adventure story, colorful characters and exquisite aliens. The original ending had been changed by the first publishers of this book. This edition contains the true ending of the story, as Heinlein had intended it.

Red Planet

Nouvelle traductionPour impressionner une fille et contrarier son père, le jeune Juan Rico s’engage dans l’Infanterie mobile, le corps d’armée réputé le plus dangereux. Après tout, il n’en a que pour deux ans, et la guerre est loin, aux confins de la galaxie. Mais tandis qu’il effectue ses classes et découvre la discipline sévère d’un bataillon d’élite, le conflit prend une nouvelle dimension, et le voilà embarqué dans une série de batailles mortelles qui le transformeront à jamais.

Starship Troopers

« Soudain, la mémoire lui revint. Le vaisseau ! Le navire interstellaire dont la fabrication s’achevait sur orbite, entre la Terre et Luna. ˮ Mes amis, dit-il, avant de considérer l’éventualité d’une migration vers une autre planète, examinons toutes les possibilités.ˮ Ayant obtenu l’attention, il poursuivit : ˮ Vous est-il jamais arrivé de penser que toutes les planètes ne tournent pas autour de notre Soleil ? ˮZaccur Barstow rompit le silence. ˮ Lazarus… vous n’êtes pas sérieux ?- On ne peut plus sérieux.- je ne l’aurais pas cru. Voulez-vous vous expliquer ?- je vais le faire. ˮ Il fit face à la foule. ˮ Un vaisseau se trouve actuellement en orbite, un énorme truc, conçu pour faire des bonds entre les étoiles. Pourquoi ne pas s’en emparer pour aller à la recherche des quelques hectares dont on a besoin ? ˮ »Immense classique de la littérature de science-fiction, le cycle Histoire du futur, dont les romans et les nouvelles dressent un panorama complet de l’avenir de l’humanité, figure parmi les plus grandes fresques du genre avec Fondation ou Les Seigneurs de l’Instrumentalité de Cordwainer Smith.

Les enfants de Mathusalem / Les orphelins du ciel (Histoire du futur 4)

The encounter with a spaceman is the great turning point in the life of actor Lorenzo Smythe. He is the Double Bonfortes, the missing leader of the Expansionist Party. Lorenzo begins to play the role of his life, and from it alone depends the future of humanity ...

Double étoile

Qui donc se mêle de bouleverser ainsi la vie du pasteur Alex Hergensheimer alors qu'il regagne son cher Kansas après un long voyage ? Dieu ou Satan ? Tout commence par un épisode de très païenne magie lors d'une escale en Polynésie... Et quand il se retrouve à bord, l'honorable pasteur découvre que tout a changé, y compris lui-même : pour ses compagnons, il est Alec Graham, homme d'affaires, et pour Margrethe, la jolie stewardess, un parfait amant ! Plus dangereux encore : il se retrouve à la tête d'un million de dollars fort mal acquis. Quant au temps historique, là, c'est le total chamboulement. Dans quel passé... ou quel futur est-il ? Sentant se perdre son identité et son âme, Alex s'affole, craint l'approche de quelque Armageddon...

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