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Marooned in outer space after an attack on his ship, Nomad, Gulliver Foyle lives to obsessively pursue the crew of a rescue vessel that had intended to leave him to die.

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Authors	Phyllis Eisenstein
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Professional Reviews
	Delany, Samuel R.: "Considered by many to be the greatest single SF novel."
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	Format: Paperback Publisher: Vintage Books (July 01, 1996) Measurements: 8.25"(h) x 5.25"(w) x 0.75"(d), 0.5 lbs. ISBN: 9780679767800

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By: mike.holmes

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Apr 3, 2001

Better Than His Hugo Award Winning Book

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Pros: Incredible journey through the mind and future of mankind

Cons: none

Bottom Line:
Alfred Bester ranks with the best of the science fiction writers. I just wish he'd written more books. Read More

By: lammet
May 12, 2005

A CLASSIC, IN THE TRUE SENSE OF THE WORD.

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Pros: Original thematic floorboards, Engaging plot, lyrical language, Totally unexpected sting at the end.

Cons: Frankly, none that I can tell. Maybe that it has to end. Yes, seriously.

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A Beautiful story, beautifully told, not just for fans of Sci-Fi. Read More

By: dolphinboy
May 17, 2009

Transcendent revenge

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Pros: None, if you like science fiction or any form of speculative fiction.

Cons: If you dislike science fiction, don't read this -- unless you're ready to reconsider.

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This is science fiction at its best. Read More

By: kurt_h

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Jul 7, 2000

Superman, man and the next step beyond

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Pros: Chock-a-block with great ideas

Cons: None - a must read for SF fans

By: snpmurray

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Jun 13, 2001

The human spirit in the 24th Century. Besters' Masterwork.

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Pros: A magnificently-weaved tale of the evolution of mind, society and self, beautiful science fiction.

Cons: A little busy with concepts perhaps, theres a lot of brilliance to keep up with!

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Strongly recommended, as a wonderfully entertaining read, exciting and visionary, as fine literature, and one of my favorite books! Read More

By: david.holmes
Dec 26, 1999