Book description this is the mp3cd audiobook format in vinyl case. Heinlein himself reported that the book only took several weeks and was a lot of fun to write. Glory road is a masterpiece of escapist entertainment with a typically heinleinian sting in its tail. Use features like bookmarks, note taking and highlighting while reading glory road. It was originally serialized in galaxy science fiction september, october, november 1951. The book was published in multiple languages including english, consists of 320 pages and is available in paperback format. Sometimes called the dean of science fiction writers, he was among the first to emphasize scientific accuracy in his fiction, and was thus a pioneer of the subgenre of hard science fiction. Heinlein s wit, wisdom, social commentary and humor are on full display in this brilliant fantasy novel that presents other worlds to illuminate and evaluate our own. Gordon, a military veteran from a long line of military family who nearly died fighting in southeast asia. He must be 23 to 25 years old, in perfect health, at least six feet tall. Heinlein s one true fantasy novel, glory road is as much fun today as when he wrote it after stranger in a strange land. Heinlein proves himself as adept with sword and sorcery as with rockets and slide rules, and the result is exciting, satirical, fastpaced, funny. Ive met many people who listed this as their favorite heinlein novel. His frank libertarianism and anachronistic sexism, even his corny ba.
Tor is proud to return this alltime classic to hardcover to be discovered by a new generation of readers. Robert heinlein was of course already a great science fiction writer one usually. Heinleins one true fantasy novel, glory road is as much fun today as when he wrote it after stranger in a strange land. You can also purchase this book from a vendor and ship it to our address. Gordon, aka oscar and star aka empress of the twenty universes in their attempt to recapture the egg of the. Heinlein proves himself as adept with sword and sorcery as with rockets and slide rules, and the result is exciting, satirical, fastpaced, funny, and tremendously readablea favorite of all who have read it. The first edition of the novel was published in september 1st 1963, and was written by robert a. First edition of heinlein s glory road, a classic work that reveals the author at the top of his form, a splendid copy in the original dust jacket. Starship troopers has been on a number of recommended reading lists in various military academies and organizations. This book was something of a sensation when it was first published around 1963.
At the publishers request, this title is being sold without digital rights management software drm applied. A modern alternative to sparknotes and cliffsnotes, supersummary offers highquality study guides that feature detailed chapter summaries and analysis of major themes, characters, quotes, and essay topics. Glory road book by robert a heinlein 21 available editions. Checking availability for buy online, pick up in store. Heinlein did not write very many fantasy works, but when he did, the result was usually a rather different and fun romp.
Glory road is a science fantasy novel by american writer robert a. Fast and free shipping free returns cash on delivery available on eligible purchase. The story is a peculiar mix of good creative writing, and bumblefooted limping as he tries to pad a short story out to novel length. Heinlein proves himself as adept with sword and sorcery as with rockets and slide rules, and the result is exciting, satirical, fastpaced, funny, and tremendously readable a favorite of all who have read it. Glory road was nominated for the hugo award in 1964. Buy glory road by robert a heinlein online at alibris uk.
Cart hello select your address best sellers todays. Glory road has 21 available editions to buy at half price books marketplace. Buy glory road by heinlein, robert a online on amazon. Free download or read online glory road pdf epub book. The story is a peculiar mix of good creative writing, and bumblefooted limping as he tries to pad a. Heinlein, in which american secret agents battle parasitic invaders from outer space. If you own this book, you can mail it to our address below. Glory road kindle edition by heinlein, robert a download it once. Of all the science fiction that is out there in the world, the fiction that is the closest approximation to the way things really work in this universe is not something from star trek, or star wars. The swordplay in glory road is informed by heinlein s knowledge of fencing, the sport he participated in while a cadet at the us naval academy. Glory road by heinlein, robert a used books and rare.
Cart hello select your address best sellers todays deals new releases electronics books customer service gift ideas home. Glory road first edition robert heinlein bauman rare books. Glory road book pleasanton public library bibliocommons. Scar gordon was on the french riviera recovering from a tour of combat in southeast asia, but he hadnt given up his habit of scanning the personals in the newspaper. The main characters of this fantasy, science fiction story are e. Glory road is probably his best work in this genre, and it makes most other swordandsorcery stories pale in comparison. I grew up reading rah and so reading him now feels a little like coming home. Nov 22, 2020 glory road 1963 is a fantasy novel by robert a. It was nominated for the hugo award for best novel in 1964. Glory road is a fantasyscience fiction novel by american writer robert a. July 7, 1907 may 8, 1988 was an american science fiction author, aeronautical engineer, and naval officer. Glory road must read novels science fiction books sword and sorcery chicago tribune 25 years old play satire i movie. Thanks for exploring this supersummary plot summary of glory road by robert a. Oscar, our hero, is a vietnam veteran idling away his time on the isle du levant, a small island off the coast of france known for its lack of haute.
Heinlein, august 1991, ace books edition, in english. Actually, since heinlein published glory road in 1964 and anthony did not publish a spell for chameleon until 1977, the question may be. Glory road by robert a heinlein view book on bookshelves at online book club bookshelves is an awesome, free web app that lets you easily save and share lists of books and see what books. Heinlein saved by david williams glory road must read novels science fiction books sword and sorcery chicago tribune 25 years old play satire i movie. On the whole, i found it to be an interesing book, but it had several rough patches that threw off the cadence of the narrative. Pages can include considerable notesin pen or highlighterbut the notes cannot obscure the text.
Librarything is a cataloging and social networking site for booklovers. Heinlein was the dominant writer of american science fiction in the 20th century sanders, preface, heritage of heinlein, 11. Glory road full text by robert heinlein this is the full text of the novel by robert heinlein. Heinleins one true fantasy novel, glory road is as much fun today as when he wrote it after. Best sellers todays deals prime customer service home home improvement books electronics new releases computers. Heinlein proves himself as adept with sword and sorcery as with rockets and slide rules and the result is exciting, satirical, fastpaced, funny and tremendously readable a favorite of all who have read it. Glory s oem technology delivers the performance you need when it comes to cash handling in your selfservice solutions, from easy integration for rapid time to market, to the reliability and security your customers demand. The puppet masters is a 1951 science fiction novel by american writer robert a. He won science fictions hugo award for best novel four times. Internet archive open library book donations 300 funston avenue san francisco, ca 94118. Jun 18, 2019 glory road full text by robert heinlein this is the full text of the novel by robert heinlein. Still, glory road was different, more fantasy than sf and heavy on dialogues attacking the social and political mores of the day.
Heinlein its just past midnight, and as i stare across the desk at the book wall opposite i spot the slim red spine of an old paperback. Heinlein 19071988 was the dominant science fiction writer of the modern era, a writer whose influence on the field was immense. Glory road by robert a heinlein view book on bookshelves at online book club bookshelves is an awesome, free web app that lets you easily save and share lists of books and see what books are trending. Heinlein and a great selection of related books, art and collectibles available now at.
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