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  • Last and First Men, abridged edition

    by Olaf Stapledon ...
    Series series MIT Press / Radium Age
    A dazzling work of science fiction to which Dune, the Foundation trilogy, and 2001: A Space Odyssey owe a major debt.Narrated telepathically by one of the Last Men, Olaf Stapledon’s epic history of the future caused a literary sensation when it first appeared in 1930. Over the course of two billion years, it seems, ever more alien versions of humankind will rise and fall — developing every sort of ... Read more

    $20.99 CAD

  • Last and First Men

    by William Olaf Stapledon ...
    Last and First Men: A Story of the Near and Far Future is a science fiction novel written in 1930 by the British author Olaf Stapledon. A work of unprecedented scale in the genre, it describes the history of humanity from the present onwards across two billion years and eighteen distinct human species, of which our own is the first and most primitive. Stapledon's conception of history is based on ... Read more

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  • Star Maker

    by Olaf Stapledon ...
    This bold exploration of the cosmos ventures into intelligent star clusters and mingles among alien races for a memorable vision of infinity. Cited as a key influence by science-fiction masters such as Doris Lessing, this classic has left its mark not only in modern literature but also in the fields of social anthropology and philosophy. ... Read more

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  • Sirius

    by Olaf Stapledon ...
    This novel's title character is a dog named Sirius with human-like intelligence. The humans in his life go to great lengths to prevent Sirius from becoming a circus-type wonderdog, and instead, they seek to develop Sirius's character much like a family would create and foster that of a human child. ... Read more

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  • Olaf Stapledon: Complete Novels

    Enriched edition. Exploring Humanity, Cosmos, & Consciousness: Visionary Speculative Fiction

    by Olaf Stapledon, Basil Cunningham ...
    In "Olaf Stapledon: Complete Novels," readers are presented with a comprehensive collection that showcases the visionary narratives and speculative thought that define Stapledon's literary prowess. This anthology includes seminal works such as "Last and First Men" and "Star Maker," where Stapledon deftly combines philosophical inquiry with imaginative storytelling. His distinctive style, marked by ... Read more

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  • Sirius: A Fantasy of Love and Discord

    by William Olaf Stapledon ...
    Sirius is Thomas Trelone's great experiment - a huge, handsome dog with the brain and intelligence of a human being. Raised and educated in Trelone's own family alongside Plaxy, his youngest daughter, Sirius is a truly remarkable and gifted creature. His relationship with the Trelones, particularly with Plaxy, is deep and close, and his inquiring mind ranges across the spectrum of human knowledge ... Read more

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  • Last and First Men

    by Olaf Stapledon ...
    Last and First Men is a science fiction novel written by Olaf Stapledon and published in 1930. The book explores the future history of humanity over a period of two billion years, charting the rise and fall of eighteen different civilizations.The book is written in a highly imaginative and poetic style, which can make it challenging for some readers. However, it remains a significant work of ... Read more

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  • Olaf Stapledon, Collection

    by Olaf Stapledon ...
    William Olaf Stapledon (10 May 1886 – 6 September 1950) — known as Olaf Stapledon — was a British philosopher and author of several influential works of science fiction.Stapledon's writings directly influenced Arthur C. Clarke, Brian Aldiss, Stanisław Lem, John Gloag, Naomi Mitchison, C. S. Lewis, Vernor Vinge, John Maynard Smith, and indirectly influenced many others, contributing many ideas to ... Read more

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  • Odd John: A Story Between Jest and Earnest

    by William Olaf Stapledon ...
    Odd John: A Story Between Jest and Earnest was written in the year 1935 by William Olaf Stapledon. This book is one of the most popular novels of William Olaf Stapledon, and has been translated into several other languages around the world.This book is published by Booklassic which brings young readers closer to classic literature globally. ... Read more

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  • Star Maker (Sci-Fi Novel)

    by Olaf Stapledon ...
    Olaf Stapledon's 'Star Maker' is a groundbreaking work of science fiction that explores the vast expanse of the cosmos and the potential of human evolution. Written in a visionary and philosophical style, the novel delves into themes of cosmic consciousness, the nature of life, and the interconnectedness of all beings. Stapledon's narrative stretches across time and space, presenting a panoramic ... Read more

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  • Darkness and the Light

    by William Olaf Stapledon ...
    Darkness and the Light was written in the year 1942 by William Olaf Stapledon. This book is one of the most popular novels of William Olaf Stapledon, and has been translated into several other languages around the world.This book is published by Booklassic which brings young readers closer to classic literature globally. ... Read more

    $1.00 CAD or Free with Kobo Plus

  • Star Maker

    by Olaf Stapledon ...
    William Olaf Stapledon - known as Olaf Stapledon - was a British philosopher and author of several influential works of science fiction. Stapledon’s writings directly influenced C.S. Lewis, John Maynard Smith, Arthur C. Clarke, Bertrand Russell, and indirectly influenced many others.“Olaf Stapledon was one of the most creative thinkers of our time. His influence on philosophy and science fiction ... Read more

    $0.99 CAD