{"product_id":"permutations-a-well-world-anthology-9781647101039","title":"Permutations A Well World Anthology","description":"\u003cb\u003eBook Synopsis\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003ci\u003ePermutations: A Well World Anthology\u003c\/i\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e i\u003c\/span\u003eis a triumphant return to Jack L. Chalker’s \u003cspan\u003egroundbreaking universe; a series that captivated readers with its imaginative \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003escope and  profound themes. The original novel, \u003cb\u003e\u003ci\u003eMidnight at the Well of Souls\u003c\/i\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e, has \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003esold over five million copies worldwide, solidifying its place as a cornerstone of \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003escience fiction literature. Set on the Well World—a planet-sized supercomputer \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003ecreated by the ancient Markovians to engineer new species—the series explores \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003etransformation, identity, and the complexities of existence through the journey of \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003estarship captain Nathan Brazil.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eThis anthology, officially authorized by Chalker’s estate, combines a stellar lineup \u003cspan\u003eof contemporary science fiction authors, including Neal Asher, Catherine Asaro, \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003eand S.P. Somtow. Each contributor offers a unique perspective, expanding upon \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003ethe rich tapestry of the Well World and introducing fresh narratives that honor \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003ethe spirit of the original works. These stories delve into the diverse habitats and \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003especies of the Well World, exploring new adventures and philosophical quandaries \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003ethat will resonate with today’s readers.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eFor long-time fans and newcomers alike, \u003ci\u003ePermutations \u003c\/i\u003eserves as both an homage \u003cspan\u003eand a gateway into the expansive universe Chalker masterfully created. It’s more \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003ethan a collection of stories, it’s an invitation to re-experience the wonder and complexity \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003eof a world that has inspired countless imaginations. Whether revisiting the \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003eWell World or exploring it for the first time, this anthology promises to ignite the \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003eawe and curiosity that defines great science fiction.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"CAEZIK","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":51020225085783,"sku":"9781647101039","price":17.99,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0817\/1739\/5799\/files\/9781647101039.jpg?v=1750782819","url":"https:\/\/bookcurl.com\/products\/permutations-a-well-world-anthology-9781647101039","provider":"Book Curl","version":"1.0","type":"link"}