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Scanners and Others: Three Science Fiction Stories,New
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This volume collects three of Cordwainer Smith's finest tales: 'Scanners Live in Vain,' 'The Game of Rat and Dragon,' and 'Mark Elf.' Cordwainer Smith was the pseudonym used by Paul Myron Anthony Linebarger (19131966) for his science fiction works. Linebarger was a noted East Asia scholar and expert in psychological warfare. Linebarger also employed the literary pseudonyms 'Carmichael Smith' (for his political thriller Atomsk), 'Anthony Bearden' (for his poetry) and 'Felix C. Forrest' (for the novels Ria and Carola). 'Scanners Live in Vain' was Linebarger's first published SF story as an adult (his short story 'War No. 81Q,' which he wrote at age 15 was published in his high school magazine), and the first appearance of the Cordwainer Smith pen name. It was written in 1945, and had been rejected by a number of magazines before its acceptance and publication in Fantasy Book in 1950. It was in that obscure magazine that it was noticed by SF writer Frederik Pohl who, impressed with the story's powerful imagery and style, subsequently republished it in 1952 in the more widely read anthology Beyond the End of Time.
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Frequently Asked Questions
- Q: What are the main stories included in 'Scanners and Others'? A: 'Scanners and Others' includes three notable science fiction stories: 'Scanners Live in Vain,' 'The Game of Rat and Dragon,' and 'Mark Elf,' all written by Cordwainer Smith.
- Q: Who is the author of 'Scanners and Others'? A: The author of 'Scanners and Others' is Cordwainer Smith, a pseudonym for Paul Myron Anthony Linebarger, who was an influential science fiction writer.
- Q: What is the publication date of 'Scanners and Others'? A: 'Scanners and Others' was published on April 29, 2010.
- Q: What is the condition of the book? A: The book is in new condition, ensuring that it is free from wear and tear.
- Q: How many pages does 'Scanners and Others' have? A: 'Scanners and Others' contains a total of 74 pages.
- Q: What is the binding type of the book? A: The book is available in paperback binding, making it lightweight and portable.
- Q: What genre does 'Scanners and Others' belong to? A: 'Scanners and Others' is categorized under anthologies within the science fiction genre.
- Q: Can you provide a brief summary of 'Scanners Live in Vain'? A: 'Scanners Live in Vain' is a story that explores themes of human existence and technological dependency, set in a future where humanity's survival is at stake.
- Q: Is there any background information on Cordwainer Smith? A: Cordwainer Smith, born Paul Myron Anthony Linebarger, was not only a science fiction author but also a noted East Asia scholar and expert in psychological warfare.
- Q: Are there any other names Cordwainer Smith wrote under? A: Yes, Cordwainer Smith also wrote under other pseudonyms, including 'Carmichael Smith' for political thrillers and 'Anthony Bearden' for poetry.