Farewell to the Master: The Day the Earth Stood Still - Softcover

Harry Bates

Softcover

ISBN 10: 1480247103 ISBN 13: 9781480247109

Publisher: CreateSpace Independent Publishing Platform, 2012

Synopsis

This is an annotated reprint of the 1940 first-contact Sci Fi classic short story that inspired the two movies titled "The Day the Earth Stood Still." The story differs in many ways from both movies. This is the only annotated paperback available of the story by Harry Bates.

About this title

About the Author

Harry Bates wrote this classic short story/novella in 1940 for "Astounding" science fiction magazine. His story was adapted for two movies in 1951 and 2008, both titled "The Day the Earth Stood Still." Hollywood made many changes for the movies. Dennis Herrick is providing this reprint of the original story published by the magazine because of his interest in first-contact stories and extensive collection of first-contact books.

From the Back Cover

The humanoid alien Klaatu and the giant robot Gnut suddenly materialize in Washington, D.C., in a time-travel space ship. Two unfathomable beings from somewhere else in the universe. The murder of Klaatu ruins Earth's attempt to peacefully welcome the first interstellar visitors. And one man tries to solve the mystery of why Gnut remains silent, imperious, and unassailable.

Edition details

• Publisher: CreateSpace Independent Publishing Platform
• Publication date: 2012
• Language: English
• ISBN 10: 1480247103
• ISBN 13: 9781480247109
• Binding: Paperback
• Number of pages: 87