Greybeard - Softcover
Synopsis
''Greybeard is a potent elegy for the human condition ... beautifully observed and written, involving and profound'' Adam Roberts
Ecological disaster has left England a wasteland. Atomic testing in space has got out of hand and slowly the truth dawns: man has introduced sterility in its own kind and humanity faces extinction.
In small, shattered communities nature comes into its own, burying the cities and roads in a riot of vegetation and populating it with new animal life. Through this strange landscape Greybeard and his wife Martha journey in search of hope in their quest for the scarcest and most precious of resources: human children. But is it possible that this new Dawn of Man holds sinister possibilities for the remnants of the old order?
''A truly impressive achievement'' Observer
"synopsis" may belong to another edition of this title.
About the Author
Brian W. Aldiss (1925 - 2017) Brian Wilson Aldiss was born in 1925. He was a highly decorated science fiction author who achieved the rare feat of acceptance as a writer of real significance by the literary establishment in his lifetime. As well as his many award-winning novels he has been a hugely important anthologist and editor in the field. He also wrote the pre-eminent history of the genre (with David Wingrove), Billion Year Spree (later expanded and revised as Trillion Year Spree). He died in 2017 the day after his 92nd birthday.
Review
brilliant and highly recommended * SFFWORLD.COM * 'Greybeard is one of those hidden gems, a rare find that makes you kick yourself for not discovering it sooner, a masterful piece of literary science fiction and a poignant tale of human mortality.' (5/5 stars) * SFBOOK *
"About this title" may belong to another edition of this title.
Other Popular Editions of the Same Title
Search results for Greybeard
Stock Image
Greybeard
Seller: Goodwill of Colorado, COLORADO SPRINGS, CO, U.S.A.
Seller rating 5 out of 5 stars
Condition: Good. This item is in overall good condition. Covers and dust jackets are intact but may have minor wear including slight curls or bends to corners as well as cosmetic blemishes including stickers. Pages are intact but may have minor highlighting/ writing. Binding is intact; however, spine may have slight wear overall. Digital codes may not be included and have not been tested to be redeemable and/or active. Minor shelf wear overall. Please note that all items are donated goods and are in used condition. Orders shipped Monday through Friday! Your purchase helps put people to work and learn life skills to reach their full potential. Orders shipped Monday through Friday. Your purchase helps put people to work and learn life skills to reach their full potential. Thank you! Seller Inventory # 466U1D002858
Quantity: 1 available
Seller Image
Greybeard
Seller: GreatBookPrices, Columbia, MD, U.S.A.
Seller rating 5 out of 5 stars
Condition: New. Seller Inventory # 11778487-n
Quantity: 19 available
Seller Image
Greybeard
Seller: Rarewaves.com USA, London, LONDO, United Kingdom
Seller rating 5 out of 5 stars
Paperback. Condition: New. 'Greybeard is a potent elegy for the human condition . beautifully observed and written, involving and profound' Adam RobertsEcological disaster has left England a wasteland. Atomic testing in space has got out of hand and slowly the truth dawns: man has introduced sterility in its own kind and humanity faces extinction. In small, shattered communities nature comes into its own, burying the cities and roads in a riot of vegetation and populating it with new animal life. Through this strange landscape Greybeard and his wife Martha journey in search of hope in their quest for the scarcest and most precious of resources: human children. But is it possible that this new Dawn of Man holds sinister possibilities for the remnants of the old order?'A truly impressive achievement' Observer. Seller Inventory # LU-9780575071131
Quantity: 2 available
Stock Image
Greybeard (S.F. Masterworks)
Seller: Magers and Quinn Booksellers, Minneapolis, MN, U.S.A.
Seller rating 5 out of 5 stars
paperback. Condition: New. Brand New. Seller Inventory # 955347
Quantity: 1 available
Stock Image
Greybeard (S.F. MASTERWORKS)
Published by
Orion Publishing Co, United Kingdom, London, 2011
ISBN 10: 0575071133
ISBN 13: 9780575071131
Used
Paperback
Seller: WorldofBooks, Goring-By-Sea, WS, United Kingdom
Seller rating 5 out of 5 stars
Paperback. Condition: Very Good. 'Greybeard is a potent elegy for the human condition . beautifully observed and written, involving and profound' Adam Roberts Ecological disaster has left England a wasteland. Atomic testing in space has got out of hand and slowly the truth dawns: man has introduced sterility in its own kind and humanity faces extinction. In small, shattered communities nature comes into its own, burying the cities and roads in a riot of vegetation and populating it with new animal life. Through this strange landscape Greybeard and his wife Martha journey in search of hope in their quest for the scarcest and most precious of resources: human children. But is it possible that this new Dawn of Man holds sinister possibilities for the remnants of the old order? 'A truly impressive achievement' Observer. The book has been read, but is in excellent condition. Pages are intact and not marred by notes or highlighting. The spine remains undamaged. Seller Inventory # GOR003554307
Quantity: 16 available
Stock Image
Greybeard
Seller: Majestic Books, Hounslow, United Kingdom
Seller rating 5 out of 5 stars
Condition: New. pp. 256. Seller Inventory # 5248311
Quantity: 3 available
Seller Image
Greybeard
Seller: Shore Books, London, United Kingdom
Seller rating 5 out of 5 stars
Soft cover. Condition: Very Good. 239 pages. Seller Inventory # SB11388
Quantity: 1 available
Stock Image
Greybeard
Seller: PBShop.store UK, Fairford, GLOS, United Kingdom
Seller rating 5 out of 5 stars
PAP. Condition: New. New Book. Shipped from UK. Established seller since 2000. Seller Inventory # AR-9780575071131
Quantity: 4 available
Stock Image
Greybeard
Published by
Orion Publishing Group, Limited, 2011
ISBN 10: 0575071133
ISBN 13: 9780575071131
Used
Softcover
Seller: Better World Books Ltd, Dunfermline, United Kingdom
Seller rating 5 out of 5 stars
Condition: Very Good. Ships from the UK. Used book that is in excellent condition. May show signs of wear or have minor defects. Seller Inventory # 40972781-6
Quantity: 1 available
Stock Image
Greybeard
Seller: Russell Books, Victoria, BC, Canada
Seller rating 5 out of 5 stars
Condition: Very Good. In our warehouse. Seller Inventory # JAM674984
Quantity: 10 available