Farewell to the Master first appeared in the October 1940 issue of Astounding Stories. It became the basis for the 1951 film, The Day the Earth Stood Still. The story morphed from Bates's original conception into a cerebral SF cinematic classic. Much of the sense of wonder of that original story was lost in its adaptation to film. In fact, a fundamental characteristic that can be found in the stories by Bates's is that sense of wonder. While other author's stories generally held optimistic views of humankind, Harry Bates's sensibilities were often much darker. He dealt with philosophy, particularly the metaphysical, with mind-exploding ideas that predates similar explorations by such authors as A.E. van Vogt and Philip K. Dick.
In Farewell to the Master, Cliff Sutherland, a freelance reporter, is determined to get more photos of the giant robot that stands as a silent sentinel over his dimensional space-traveling ship. Cliff is determined to have an overnight vigil to get behind the mystery of the slain alien known as Klaatu.
Alas, All Thinking is the story of one man's journey in time to the end of humanity. But he is much more that just an observer as he takes matters into his own hands.A Matter of Size takes the listener for a journey of scale and the meaning of identity.
Death of a Sensitive is the tale of psychic who is thought to be mad with his benevolent treatment towards the cockroaches that infest his apartment. A haunting tale with a dire warning that is based on the pioneering parapsychology of J.B. Rhines. Death of a Sensitive is a forgotten classic that is presented here for the first time in over 50 years. Four classic short novels from a Golden Age giant of Science Fiction.
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A former Royal Holder as cheesemonger to The Queen and The Prince of Wales, Arthur Cunynghame guides you through a virtual tasting tour of cheese dairies and vineyards, with the insight provided by his 30 years' experience as a cheesemonger and wine merchant. The book is an eclectic mix of delightful anecdotes, and helpful information, based around a personal selection of twelve of the finest cheeses, and the people who make them, matched with twelve memorable wines; and much more. Views: 47
Three years after free-spirited Shari Sutherland escaped from the Lancaster family patriarchs, she returned home because of her mother's stroke. There she was reunited with Whit Lancaster, her rugged stepbrother—and suddenly her feelings for him were anything but sisterly.But Whit wanted sole possession of the raven-haired beauty. And even as Shari rebelled against his arrogance, she knew he was the only man she would ever want... the one man whose strong touch would arouse her deepest passion! Views: 47
A Sexy Sheriff for Christmas She claimed to be a waitress and a single mother, yet Sheriff Trace is certain Rebecca isn't telling the whole truth. Still, one look in her vulnerable green eyes and his protective instincts go into overdrive. Becca will do anything to protect her little sister Gabi from their con-artist mother, even lie about their identities. When Trace shows up at their house with a Christmas tree and romantic intentions she can't afford to indulge, Becca longs to surrender to him. But her past is catching up with her – fast. Can Trace perform a Christmas miracle and bring them all peace and happiness at the most wonderful time of the year? Views: 47
For The Residents Of The Small Town Of Hulis, Missouri, The Christmas Holidays Can Be Hell... On December 22nd, 1975, something unthinkable happened in the small, northern Midwest town of Hulis, Missouri—something so heinous that it turned the holidays into a waking nightmare. Now, 35 years later, it’s happening all over again, and for those involved, Christmas will never be the same... Views: 47
BACHELOR AUCTIONAnd you're invited…Fifty fabulous heroes are up for sale—Including Bachelor #23Alec MackenzieRugged and sexy, this adventurer isn't about to be easily captured and sold. But he hadn't counted on Kate Campbell's passion to get him on the block at any cost. Or her secret desire to have him for herself… Views: 47
Fall, current day, Atlantic Ocean. Another hurricane tears through the Bahamas, headed for Florida. Among the wreckage: a U.S. Coast Guard rescue boat, one survivor (Ret Cooper), and a spherical object of curious design (the Oracle). Ret Cooper is a simple young man with mysterious origins, unique physical features, and no memory of his past. His new family and friends discover he is truly extraordinary, with supernatural powers and strange scars on the palms of his hands. But what is his destiny? The Oracle is the key to Earth's unity and full potential, too perfect to be man-made. Legend claims it can unleash limitless power when filled with Mother Nature's six, pure, original elements. But where are these elements? And which of our planet's ancient secrets will be explained in the process of locating them? The first book from new author C.W. Trisef will have you cheering for Ret as he travels a submerged road, discovers a lost city, climbs an... Views: 47
There’s only one dish on Liam’s menu tonight—Miss Bernie Watkins.After devouring the entrée, he dismisses the dessert cart in favor of snacking on her delectable generous curves at the local movie theatre. Stunned by Liam’s displays of passion, Miss Bernie discovers her inner wanton and beauty. Views: 47
Everyone knows the Byron brothers are "mad, bad, and dangerous." But the devilishly desirable fourth son, Drake, is too scholarly to misbehave . . . or is he?Lord Drake Byron has no time inhis busy life to worry about taking a wife.He is more interested in the unbreakablecode he has developed to defeat Napoleon'sforces. Little does he know that theirresistibly lovely new housekeeper he'shired is really a French secret agent.Sebastianne Dumont is not at allwho she seems to be. Forced to spy to saveher family, she embarks on a missionthat takes an even more dangerous turnwhen she falls in love with the surprisingly tempting man she must ultimatelybetray. And if she succeeds in her mission,will she also break Lord Drake's heart,while leaving her own behind? Views: 47
