"Shuteye for the Timebroker" gathers a wide, wild assortment of stories that collectively represent critically acclaimed author Paul Di Filippo's extensive concerns, themes and styles. Pure science fiction in the "Galaxy" mode can be found in the title piece, while modern-day publishing practices get a raking-over in the satirical "The Secret Sutras of Sally Strumpet" (included in The Year's Best Science Fiction Twenty-Second Annual Collection, edited by Gardner Dozois). Humorous fantasies such as "Captain Jill" and "Billy ...
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"Shuteye for the Timebroker" gathers a wide, wild assortment of stories that collectively represent critically acclaimed author Paul Di Filippo's extensive concerns, themes and styles. Pure science fiction in the "Galaxy" mode can be found in the title piece, while modern-day publishing practices get a raking-over in the satirical "The Secret Sutras of Sally Strumpet" (included in The Year's Best Science Fiction Twenty-Second Annual Collection, edited by Gardner Dozois). Humorous fantasies such as "Captain Jill" and "Billy Budd" segue into a Dunsanyian tale such as "Walking the Great Road." There's a touch of horror to be found in "Underground," "Eel Pie Stall," and "We're All In This Alone" (the latter co-written with award-winner Michael Bishop). A politically-charged story of a fantastic assassin occurs in "Shadowboxer." Finally, the nearly three dozen vignettes under the title "The Farthest Schorr" form a mini-collection in themselves, as they take flight from the surreal paintings of Todd Schorr.
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Seller's Description:
Paperback. NOT Ex-library. This item is in good condition. May show moderate signs of use. Proceeds benefit the Pima County Public Library system, which serves Tucson and southern Arizona. Until further notice, USPS Priority Mail only reliable option for Hawaii. Back book cover creased.
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Very good, no dust jacket as issued. SIGNED by the author on the title page (signature only). 1st paperback edition (paperback original), 1st printing, complete number line. Book has a crease in the front cover. Trade paperback (US). Glued binding. 312 p. Audience: General/trade. By the author of 'The Big Get-Even' and 'The Steampunk Trilogy'. A rare book, especially signed. Where possible, all books come with dust jacket in a clear protective plastic sleeve, sealed in a ziplock bag, wrapped in bubble wrap, shipped in a box.
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Very Good+ Book. Signed by Author(s) A Very Good Copy-Soft Cover-Advance Uncorrected Proof-Signed-To Tim, Get Your Rest-By The Author On The Title Page. Book Is In Very Good Condition. Boards Have A Small Bit Of Shelf Wear. Page Fore Edges Have A Modest Bit Of Reading Wear. Interior Is Clean And Legible. Not Remaindered.
