![]() "synopsis" may belong to another edition of this title. The Ophiuchi Hotline was John Varley's first novel, and it received nominations for both the Hugo and Nebula awards he later won both for his book Persistence of Vision. Then, after 400 years, humanity's unknown helpers send a bill for their services.and suddenly everything is threatened once again. Hotline-a constant stream of data from a star in the constellation Ophiuchus-facilitates survival and enables the development of amazing new technologies. Title:The Ophiuchi Hotline Format:Mass Market Paperback Product dimensions:240 pages, 6.7 X 4.21 X 0.6 in Shipping dimensions:240 pages, 6.7 X 4.21 X 0. Gollancz's Science Fiction Collector's series, which offers the finest classics of the genre, now presents a thought-provoking and multiple award-nominated novel by acclaimed author John Varley.Īfter the effortless capture of Earth by vastly superior aliens, humanity is forced to fight for existence on the Moon and other lumps of airless rock. ![]() It's a tough-minded, yet a playful book."-Ian Watson "This is a novel rich in societies, settings, and technological wizardry. "John Varley is the best writer in America."-Tom Clancy "It is fast and complex, and it glitters most impressively."- Science Ficiton: The 100 Best Novels ![]() His Luna is packed with wild inventions, intriguing characters, and stunning scenery."- Publishers Weekly "Varley's tight, clean writing, full of wit and good humor, evokes despair, joy, anger, and delight. ![]()
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