First edition, first printing. A fine, fresh copy in equally fine, crisp dust jacket. Hardcover. 281 pp. with index. Illustrated with photographs and reproductions. Long before his death inn 1988, Robert Heinleinhad expressed the desire to have a selection of his letters published after he was gone and to have it titled "Grumbles From The Grave". Here his wife Virginia takes on the fulfillment of his wish, offering letters from his first one to an editor in 1939,through long years of writing for the pulps, slick magazines and major book publishers.

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Title

Grumbles from the Grave

Publisher

Del Rey

Publication Date

1990

Language

English

ISBN 10

0345362462

ISBN 13

9780345362469

Binding

Hardcover

Edition

First edition.

Condition

Fine

Dust Jacket Condition

fine

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The popular science fiction writer and author of "Stranger in a Strange Land" discusses censorship, the evolution of his style, his virulent atheism, his world travels, bouts with serious illnesses and other topics

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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.
Copyright 1990 Reed Business Information, Inc.

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