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Monstrous machines rule the Earth, but a few humans are fighting for freedom in this repackaged start to a classic alien trilogy ideal for fans of Rick Yancey's The 5th Wave.

35th Anniversary Editon with new Text and a New Preface by the Author! Long ago, the Tripods -- huge, three-legged machines -- descended upon Earth and took control. Now people unquestioningly accept the Tripods' power. They have no control over their thoughts or their lives.But... Read Full Overview

Long ago, the Tripods--huge, three-legged machines--descended upon Earth and took control. Now people unquestioningly accept the Tripods' power. They have no control over their thoughts or their lives. But for a brief time in each person's life--in childhood--he is not a slave... Read Full Overview

John Christopher's compelling science fiction saga about the interplanetary Tripods and Masters who threaten all life on earth.

Long Ago, The Tripods -- huge, three-legged machines -- descended upon Earth and took control. People no longer understand automation nor machines, and unquestioningly accept the Tripods' power. But for a time in each person's life -- in childhood -- he is not a slave. Will still... Read Full Overview

John Christopher's compelling science fiction saga about the interplanetary Tripods and Masters who threaten all life on earth.

To commemorate the 35th anniversary of the first publication of The White Mountains, the first novel of this acclaimed science fiction series, the author has revised all three stories--and the prequel, When the Tripods Came--for the 21st century.