Grumbles From the Grave

Robert A Heinlein

ISBN 10: 0345369416 / ISBN 13: 9780345369413

Published by Ballantine / Del Rey, 1990

About this Item

Grumbles From the Grave by Robert A Heinlein, Ballantine / Del Rey 36941, 1990, first printing. Cover art by Michael Whelan. Bright, square and tight; new and unread.

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Bibliographic Details

• Title: Grumbles From the Grave
• Publisher: Ballantine / Del Rey
• Publication Date: 1990
• Language: English
• ISBN 10: 0345369416
• ISBN 13: 9780345369413
• Binding: Soft cover
• Illustrator: Michael Whelan
• Printing: 1st Printing
• Condition: New
• Seller catalogs:
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Synopsis

"First Mass Market Paperback Edition: December 1990" w/325 pgs.

From Library Journal

The late Heinlein, considered the "Father of Modern Science Fiction," was also a prolific letter writer. Virginia Heinlein, his wife of 40 years, has skillfully organized a selection of his voluminous correspondence. The result is a memoir that will appeal not just to fans, but to anyone interested in the creative process. Heinlein's letters, mostly addressed to his long-time agent, are grouped into topical chapters: "About Writing Methods and Cutting"; Fan Mail and Other Time Wasters"; and "Stranger," (referring to his novel, Stranger in a Strange Land ). Other chapters cover domestic concerns, travel, etc. Coupled with Virginia Heinlein's commentary, this arrangement helps alleviate the disjointedness often associated with similar compilations. While the book is not autobiographical, it does reveal the psyche of a popular science fiction author. Highly recommended for libraries from high school level on up.
- Gary D. Barber, SUNY at Fredonia Lib.
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