George Henry Snith

Druids' World (eBook, ePUB)

• Format: ePub

Produktbeschreibung

Imagine a galaxy on the brink! Admiral Adam Max MacBride, a battle-hardened hero of a fading empire, is one step away from hanging up his space-boots. But destiny has a wicked sense of humor. Empress Juliana? Let's just say her grip on the throne is looser than a zero-G tether, and her royal consort, Prince Wylan, is giving off some seriously unsettling vibes. Legend whispers he's a direct descendant of the mythic King Arthur, who supposedly warped in from a bizarre realm called Earth via a shifting enigma known as Caer Pedryvan the revolving castle! MacBride isn't buying the fairy tales, but the Arthur connection is real; it runs in his own bloodline too.

When Cynddew, a respected Druid chaplain, bursts onto the scene with a dire warning and a chilling prisoner a young coxswain suspected of being a host for a parasitic polymorph MacBride's retirement plans are officially torpedoed. What he witnesses next will send shivers down your spine. Staring into the prisoner's vacant eyes, devoid of any human spark, MacBride confronts a terrifying truth: an intelligent, shape-shifting slime has arrived, ready to infiltrate and obliterate all higher life forms.

The nightmare has returned. MacBride remembers Verunda a vibrant world annihilated by these very creatures. Now, after the Verundan massacre, they're back, threatening to engulf the entire galaxy. Where did they come from? Can they be stopped? The answers remain shrouded in terrifying mystery.

Then comes the night MacBride seeks to resign, to finally claim his peace. But a glimpse into Prince Wylan's eyes under the flickering candlelight reveals a horrifying connection to the spreading decay within the empire. Retirement is no longer an option. He's thrust into the role of virtual dictator, tasked with crushing rebellion in the legendary city of Avalon and battling an invasion from the unknown. Mutiny brews within the fleet, and a cryptic summons to a Druid ceremony unveils a shocking secret: a dormant, untamed power lies within MacBride himself!

Prepare for a mind-bending journey across galaxies and through the mists of time! This is the heritage of King Arthur twisted into a cosmic battle for survival. From the acclaimed author of "The Forgotten Planet" comes a suspense-fueled saga where ancient legends collide with futuristic terror. Get ready to question everything you thought you knew about reality!

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Produktdetails

• Verlag: SMW Publishing, Inc.
• Erscheinungstermin: 17. Mai 2025
• Englisch
• ISBN-13: 9798231821020
• Artikelnr.: 74238374

Autorenporträt

George Henry Smith (1922-1996) began publishing science fiction short stories in the early 1950s and became more prolific in the 1960s. His science fiction novels often featured unique premises and blended speculative elements with adventure. Works such as The Forgotten Planet (1965) and Druids' World (1967) showcase his imaginative world-building. The Dylan MacBride series, including Kar Kaballa (1969), The Second War of the Worlds (1976), and The Island Snatchers (1978), further exemplifies his contribution to the genre. He was always a prolific American author who wasn't afraid to explore the wilder shores of imagination. While he also penned other types of fiction under various pseudonyms, Smith carved a unique niche in science fiction with his thrilling and thought-provoking tales. Fasten your seatbelts for a journey into the extraordinary with the creator of Druids' World! Smith's stories often throw readers headfirst into worlds teeming with unique concepts and high-stakes conflicts. Enjoy this adventure that leaps beyond the stars and delves into the mysteries of forgotten legacies. If you crave speculative fiction with a punch, you've found your author!