Eddore and Arisia fought desperately to control the Universe. The ultimate battleground was a tiny, backward planet in a remote galaxy—Earth. And only a few Earthmen knew of the titanic struggle—and of the strange, decisive role they were to play in the war of the super-races.

Hundreds of millions of years ago, two near-omnipotent alien races encountered each other, beginning a conflict that will shape the history of the entire universe. The benevolent Arisians covertly influence humanity, hoping to create a people capable of one day defeating the vile Eddorians, who are waging their own campaign for the fate of civilization on Earth. This sets the stage for a clash between the Triplanetary League of the inner solar system, the enigmatic pirate-scientist Roger, and the Nevians, interlopers whose first appearance wreaks havoc among the other parties. Triplanetary is the first of Edward E. “Doc” Smith’s Lensman series, an early and influential entry in the space opera genre. Originally serialized in Amazing Stories in 1934 as a stand-alone story, Triplanetary was collected in book form in 1948 with six new chapters and numerous additions, changing the story to be a prequel to the rest of the Lensman series.

The enemy spacefleet arrowed toward the armored mountain-nerve center of the Galactic Patrol. The Patrol battle cruisers swerved to meet them, and a miles-long cone of pure energy ravened out at the invaders, destroying whatever it touched. But the moment before the force beam struck, thousands of tiny objects dropped from the enemy fleet and, faster than light, flashed straight at their target-each one an atom bomb powerful enough to destroy Patrol Headquarters by itself! The Galactic Patrol-and civilization itself-had seconds to live. Unless a miracle happened.... **

It was beginning to look as if no one could prevent the destruction of the Universe. For a strange intelligence was directing the destruction of all civilization from the icy depths of space. Kim Kinnison of the Patrol was one of the few men who knew how near the end was. And in the last desperate plan to save all life, he knew he had to use his children as bait for the evil powers of the planet Ploor

Kimball Kinnison is one of the greatest Lensman to ever live. Galactic Patrol follows his early career and his rise to prominence. The Boskonians are the most feared pirates in the galaxy. Their ships are much faster than almost anything the Galactic Patrol posses. The one exception is their new experimental ship the Britannia. Built to be the fastest ship in space, she has abandoned the traditional ray armament of a star ship for weapons much older - explosive artillery. Her mission is to capture a Boskonian ship intact so that the Lensman my find the secret to the Boskonin phenomenal speed. The experimental nature of the Britannia’s weapon means that she would be useless to a man experienced only in using the standard weapons of the time, so she is given to the inexperienced Kinnison to command and a legend is born!

Neal "Storm" Cloud failed his Lensman exam, But life has a strange way of making heroes of even those who sometimes fail. Cloud's family is tragically killed when a misguided attempt to blow out a vortex lands one of the fragments right on his house. Devastated by the loss of his family, Cloud takes a leave of absence from the Radiation Lab where he works studying the vortices. As he drives he is struck with an idea for "blowing out" a vortex. It is slightly technical (Smith explains it so it can be easily followed), but the general idea is that Cloud's brain works so fast that he can calculate exactly where the center of the vortex will be at a moment in time and how big an explosive is needed, then hit it with a bomb that is set at the exact strength to actually extinguish the vortex instead of blowing it apart and making more vortices. As it continues the book tells of Cloud's new job as the universe's one and only vortex blaster. This job takes him from planet to planet where he blows out vortices, matches wits against drug dealers and gangsters, meets new life forms, and acquires a crew for his small scout ship. His adventures are many and varied, and the lifeforms he meets are strange and interesting.

Complementing Science-Fiction: The Early Years, which surveys science-fiction published in book form from its beginnings through 1930, the present volume covers all the science-fiction printed in the genre magazines--Amazing, Astounding, and Wonder, along with offshoots and minor magazines--from 1926 through 1936. This is the first time this historically important literary phenomenon, which stands behind the enormous modern development of science-fiction, has been studied thoroughly and accurately. The heart of the book is a series of descriptions of all 1,835 stories published during this period, plus bibliographic information. Supplementing this are many useful features: detailed histories of each of the magazines, an issue by issue roster of contents, a technical analysis of the art work, brief authors' biographies, poetry and letter indexes, a theme and motif index of approximately 30,0000 entries, and general indexes. Science-Fiction: The Gernsback Years is not only indispensable for reference librarians, collectors, readers, and scholars interested in science-fiction, it is also of importance to the study of popular culture during the Great Depression in the United States. Most of its data, which are largely based on rare and almost unobtainable sources, are not available elsewhere.

Embark on an epic journey through the cosmos with "Triplanetary: E. E. Smith's Space Opera Epic" by E. E. Smith. In this thrilling space opera, Smith invites readers to explore distant galaxies, encounter alien civilizations, and witness the epic clash of cosmic forces. As you delve into the vast expanse of the universe alongside the characters, be prepared for pulse-pounding action, mind-bending technology, and larger-than-life battles that will leave you on the edge of your seat. Smith's imaginative storytelling and intricate world-building will transport you to a realm where anything is possible. But here's the question that echoes through the cosmos: What if the fate of entire civilizations hangs in the balance, with the power to shape the destiny of the universe itself? Could the actions of a few courageous individuals change the course of history and determine the fate of countless worlds? Engage with Smith's visionary narrative as he weaves together elements of science fiction, adventure, and exploration. Through his captivating prose and vivid imagination, Smith invites readers to join the ranks of spacefaring heroes and embark on a quest to unlock the secrets of the universe. Are you ready to soar among the stars and witness the epic saga of "Triplanetary" unfold before your eyes? Immerse yourself in the breathtaking spectacle of space opera, where each page brings new revelations, new challenges, and new wonders to behold. Join Smith's cast of characters as they navigate the cosmic currents of fate and chart a course towards destiny. Here's your invitation to join the adventure of a lifetime with E. E. Smith's "Triplanetary." Will you accept the call to journey across the stars and explore the mysteries of the cosmos? Don't miss out on the opportunity to experience this timeless space epic. Purchase your copy of "Triplanetary" now, and let the thrilling odyssey through the cosmos ignite your imagination and leave you yearning for more.

Dick Seaton accidentally discovers a workable space drive in combining pure copper with a newly discovered element "X." Having failed to re-create the effect, Seaton realizes that the missing component is a field generated by DuQuesne's particle accelerator, his arch-enemy, and thereafter sets up a business with his millionaire friend, Martin Crane, to build a spaceship...