"99 Science Fiction Short Stories" brings together some of the finest sci fi short stories ever crafted. Featuring gems from masters of the genre, such as H.G Wells , Robert Barr , PKD, Marion Zimmer Bradley, Norton, and many, many more!

Robert Barr was born in Glasgow, Scotland on the 16th September 1849. Five years later the family emigrated to a farm near Muirkirk in Upper Canada.His early years were uneventful as the family settled into their new lives and Barr began his education.A career path as a teacher opened up for him and, by 1874, he had been appointed as headmaster at the Central School at Windsor. Concurrently he also wrote travel and humourous articles for magazines. Within two years their su...

There is something about the number 3.The Ancient Greeks believed 3 was the perfect number, and in China 3 has always been a lucky number, and they know a thing or two.Most religions also have 3 this and 3 that and, of course, in these more modern times, three’s a crowd may be too many, except when it’s a ménage à trois. It seems good things usually come in threes. Whatever history and culture says WE think 3, a hat-trick of stories, is a great number to explore themes and ...

Robert Barr was born in Glasgow, Scotland on the 16th September 1849. Five years later the family emigrated to a farm near Muirkirk in Upper Canada.His early years were uneventful as the family settled into their new lives and Barr began his education.A career path as a teacher opened up for him and, by 1874, he had been appointed as headmaster at the Central School at Windsor. Concurrently he also wrote travel and humourous articles for magazines. Within two years their su...

The O'Ruddy by Robert Barr is a spirited historical adventure novel filled with humor, romance, and swashbuckling intrigue set against the backdrop of early 18th-century Europe. Published posthumously in collaboration with Robert Louis Stevenson, the novel combines lively storytelling with vivid characters and fast-moving action. The story follows the young Irishman known as O'Ruddy, a bold and impulsive figure whose charm and courage frequently lead him into both dangerous and comedic sit...

The Triumphs of Eugène Valmont by Robert Barr is a witty and engaging collection of detective stories that follows the clever investigations of Eugène Valmont, a brilliant but often self-assured French private investigator. Blending mystery, humor, and satire, the book offers a playful take on the detective fiction genre that was rapidly gaining popularity in the late 19th century. Eugène Valmont is a self-proclaimed master of deduction who approaches each case with confidence, theatrical ...

In the comprehensive anthology "ROBERT BARR Ultimate Collection: 20 Novels & 65+ Detective Stories," readers are presented with an extensive array of detective fiction that encapsulates the genre's evolution in the late 19th and early 20th centuries. With a deft narrative style characterized by sharp wit and intricate plotting, Barr expertly balances elements of mystery and humor, notably exemplified in the Eugéne Valmont Mysteries and The Adventures of Sherlaw Kombs. His stories often ref...

The novel follows the life of John Steele, a shrewd and ambitious businessman with a knack for financial speculation. Steele is portrayed as a man of humble beginnings who rises to prominence through his keen understanding of the markets and his willingness to take bold risks. His rise to wealth, however, is not without its challenges and moral quandaries.At the beginning of the novel, Steele is depicted as a man who is confident in his abilities and unafraid to make daring investments. Hi...

There is something about the number 3.The Ancient Greeks believed 3 was the perfect number, and in China 3 has always been a lucky number, and they know a thing or two.Most religions also have 3 this and 3 that and, of course, in these mo

Main Characters: The central characters include Tekla, the protagonist, and her love interest. Tekla is often portrayed as a strong and courageous woman, navigating the challenges of wartime while dealing with personal and romantic dilemmas.Romance: At the heart of the novel is a romance between Tekla and her love interest. Their relationship is tested by the challenges of war and the societal expectations of the time. The romance is central to the story, driving much of the emotional and ...

Throughout the long centuries of human history is the want, and the need, to share information, to exchange ideas and for that knowledge and experience, for curiosity and learning, to be the basis of a civil society.In literature the ambition is much narrower. In order to be known, to be popular, you had to be published. And for that people had to know you existed and your ideas worth reading. Obviously for most of humanity’s time people couldn’t read and texts couldn’t be publishe...

The novel centers on Lord Stranleigh, a young and immensely wealthy nobleman who is known for his easy-going and carefree attitude. Despite his privileged position, Stranleigh is not your typical aristocrat; he is curious, adventurous, and often finds himself involved in unusual and sometimes risky situations.At the beginning of the novel, Stranleigh is portrayed as a man of leisure, enjoying the comforts that his wealth affords him. However, his boredom with the idle life of the aristocra...