An Enemy of Peace E-Book

Robert Silverberg

• Herausgeber: Black Cat Weekly
• Kategorie: Gesellschafts- und Liebesromane
• Sprache: Englisch
• Veröffentlichungsjahr: 2024

Seitenzahl: 22

Beschreibung

In a war-torn America, Center City stands as a beacon of hope under the leadership of Lloyd Riddell. But when the neighboring town of Northburg, led by the power-hungry David Barr, threatens to conquer Center City, Riddell must find a way to stop the impending war without resorting to bloodshed. As tensions rise and spies infiltrate both cities, Riddell embarks on a dangerous mission to confront Barr and save his beloved town.

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COPYRIGHT INFORMATION

INTRODUCTION, by Karl Wurf

AN ENEMY OF PEACE by Robert Silverberg

COPYRIGHT INFORMATION

Originally published in Fantastic, February 1957,

under the pseudonym “Ralph Burke.”

Published by Black Cat Weekly.

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INTRODUCTION,by Karl Wurf

Robert Silverberg is a towering figure in the science fiction genre, celebrated for his prolific output and remarkable versatility. Born on January 15, 1935, Silverberg has been a significant influence in the field since the mid-20th century. He began his career as a prodigious writer in the 1950s, quickly gaining recognition for his ability to craft compelling and imaginative stories.

Silverberg’s contributions to science fiction have earned him numerous accolades, including multiple Hugo and Nebula Awards. He won his first Hugo Award in 1956 for “Best New Writer” and has since garnered several more for both his novels and short stories. Notably, his novel “A Time of Changes” won the Nebula Award in 1971, and “Nightwings” received a Hugo in 1969.

Among his most famous works are “Dying Inside,” a poignant exploration of a telepath losing his powers; “The Book of Skulls,” a dark and compelling tale of immortality; and the majestic “Lord Valentine’s Castle,” which introduced readers to the richly imagined world of Majipoor. Silverberg’s writing is characterized by its depth, thought-provoking themes, and rich characterizations, cementing his place as one of the most respected and influential authors in science fiction history. His legacy continues to inspire both readers and writers within the genre.

“An Enemy of Peace” is one of his early stories and originally appeared in the February 1957 issue of Fantastic under the pseudonym “Ralph Burke.”

AN ENEMY OF PEACEby Robert Silverberg

Center City belonged to Lloyd Riddell, and Lloyd Riddell belonged to the city. He had held it together almost single-handed while the white blaze of atomics laid waste the horizon; he had turned panic into determination, defeat into dogged refusal to lie down. He had fought for the city. He had killed for it.

And now the city was threatened again.

“When does Northburg intend to attack us?”

“I—I don’t know,” Len Colter said. “It all depends on what’s going on in David Barr’s mind. I lit out for Center City as soon as I heard him making the speech, there in that rubbleheap. The minute I heard him yelling, ‘We must wipe out Center City,’ I knew I had to come back here and let you know.”

Riddell scowled. “I suppose you did the best thing. But you should have waited. You should have found out when they plan to attack.”

“I’m sorry, sir, I—”