6 Books by James E. Gunn
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Overview: American science fiction author, editor, scholar, and anthologist. His work from the 1960s and 70s is considered his most significant fiction, and his Road to Science Fiction collections are considered his most important scholarly books. He won a Hugo Award for a non-fiction book in 1983 for Isaac Asimov: The Foundations of Science Fiction. He was named the 2007 Damon Knight Memorial Grand Master by the Science Fiction and Fantasy Writers of America.
Genre: Science Fiction
This Fortress World (1955)
William Dane is a man with a nasty but valuable secret, one that all the cutthroats in the galaxy are itching to get their hands on. Dane must perfect the art of concealing himself from the crazed factions yearning for the power that this secret can give them, otherwise he will die an unspeakable death at their hands. He’s a man on the run from the entire galaxy, and he must be constantly vigilant if the key to rule over the universe is not to fall into the wrong hands. This classic science fiction masterpiece satisfies readers every desire for adventure and intrigue.
The Immortal (1970)
Novelization based on the TV series about a man with "perfect blood" which grants him immunity from aging and disease.
The Burning (1972)
Scientist John Wilson cannot deny the accusations coming from the beautiful blonde girl with the burning eyes, nor can he refuse her offer. But in accepting her proposal, John must forgo his first love, science, and resign himself to the will of a higher power — magic. Now the door to his past has slammed shut with terrifying finality, and his future holds a horror that no rational mind can fathom. Will The Burning separate John from the comfort of the reality he loves so dearly or will it open doors in his mind that had been locked… until she arrived?
Kampus : A Mind-Expanding Trip to the College of Tomorrow (1976)
1984 is the good old days. On America’s campuses, professors hawk their courses, dozens of political groups compete in violence and computer-dating means having sex with a computer. It may not be all grind, but isn’t it fun and games – as one senior finds out when he kidnaps his favorite professor – and kills him for his knowledge. You are looking at the college of tomorrow where yesterday’s radicals are the Establishment. And tomorrow’s students invent the ultimate revolution.
The Dreamers by James E. Gunn (1980)
It is an age when high tech rules supreme. Computers do all the work while humans spend their lives enjoying drug-induced fantasies. Only a handful live and work in the traditional sense—managing the few affairs that still need attention. At the center of this system is the Mnemonist, the man who directs everything that happens. But now he has reached an advanced age and must carefully choose a dreamer capable of taking over his crucial position.
The Millennium Blues (2000)
Wow, the millennium is off to a great start, the notorious Y2K bug was no problem, and the world didn¿t end; time to take a break and relax¿¿¿Well, not exactly. The millennium didn’t really get underway until January 1, 2001. You thought you were safe? Think again! Something much, MUCH, MUCH worse is ahead. The new millennium will bring nothing but disaster and destruction. As six unique people rush feverishly to resolve catastrophes both personal and otherwise, they cannot ignore the loudly ticking clock that will bring¿THE END OF THE WORLD. And this time its no psychic premonition; it¿s more real than you¿ve ever dreamed.
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