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First published in 1960, this taut Cold War science fiction novel follows a hunted telepath whose existence threatens the balance of power between rival superstates.

In a divided future world locked in ideological conflict, telepaths are rare, dangerous,... Read Full Overview

First published in 1960, this taut Cold War science fiction novel follows a hunted telepath whose existence threatens the balance of power between rival superstates.

In a divided future world locked in ideological conflict, telepaths are rare, dangerous,... Read Full Overview

How far would one man go to protect mankind from tyranny? This thoughtful and suspenseful novel of the far future answers that question. Algis Budrys was the Hugo and Nebula award nominated author of Rogue Moon and Michaelmas.

How far would one man go to protect mankind from tyranny? This thoughtful and suspenseful novel of the far future answers that question. Algis Budrys was the Hugo and Nebula award nominated author of Rogue Moon and Michaelmas.

In Algis Budrys's "The Burning World," explore a chilling vision of the future where government control extends to the stars. This compelling work of political science fiction paints a stark dystopian landscape, examining the potential consequences of unchecked power. As humanity... Read Full Overview