Beware, The Usurpers

By Robert W Krepps

A sharp, bright spark in a city of probability and power. Beware, The Usurpers pulls you into a tense web of ambition, intrigue and social fracture, where the uneasy future of a metropolis hinges on the next ruthless move. This science fiction novella builds a gripping case for how political intrigue and power struggles ripple through everyday life. Its compact form blends pulpy speculative action with thoughtful consequences, offering a brisk, accessible read that rewards careful attention to motive, setting, and consequence. Rooted in an early twentieth century urban america ambience, the story examines power and usurpation as it tests loyalties, ethics, and the price of leadership. For classic literature fans and curious first readers alike, the work functions as both a brisk page-turner and a window into public domain fiction that shaped a genre. Its literary and historical significance lies in its fusion of speculative daring with social commentary, reflecting the era's anxieties and ambitions while feeding modern readers with timeless questions about governance, identity, and the crowd. The novella speaks to casual readers seeking a fast, immersive read and to early reader collectors who prize artefacts from the early days of science fiction and public domain thrillers. A true artefact and a cultural treasure, it has been restored and republished by Alpha Editions for today's and future generations. Out of print for decades and now republished by Alpha Editions; restored for today's and future generations; more than a reprint - a collector's item and a cultural treasure.

• Format: Paperback
• Language: English
• ISBN: 9354844456
• ISBN13: 9789354844454
• Release Date: July 2021
• Publisher: Alpha Edition
• Length: 100 Pages
• Weight: 0.35 lbs.
• Dimensions: 0.2" x 6.0" x 9.0"