Fantasy/SF Book Reviews
Twice Seven by Ben Bova
Eos, August 1998.Paperback, 290 pages.
ISBN: 0380797410.
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This collection of short stories by science
fiction master Ben Bova, provides the
reader with a collection of insightful and
realistic glimpses at the future -- which
have frightening and sometimes
humorous outcomes. The short stories
embrace subjects such as Martian canals,
Elvis Presley, Albert Einstein, Moon
Exploration, Babe Ruth, superconducting
Magnets, President Kennedy, a comet
heading for Earth, time-travel and other
futuristic and controversial subjects.
Each story contains an introduction by
Bova that includes how he came about creating
the story. Twice Seven is a great collection
of SF stories, that will
delight science fiction lovers and Ben
Bova fans alike.
Babylon5 Security Manual by Michael Garibaldi and Jim Mortimore
Del Rey, May 1998.Trade paperback, 159 pages.
ISBN: 0345424530.
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This manual to TV's science fiction program,
Babylon 5, explains in detail how the Babylon
5 space station maintains security. The
book includes details on the structure of Babylon
5 including the operations, personnel and inhabitants.
The book also provides details on various life forms
found in the galaxy, information on various weapons and
spacecraft and complete maps of Babylon 5. The manual
include color photos, technical illustrations
charts and diagrams to effectively present the information.
A must for the die-hard Babylon 5 fan.
Star Wars: The Essential Guide to Planets and Moons by Daniel Wallace, Illustrations by Brandon McKinney and Scott Kolins
Del Rey, August 1998.Trade paperback, 203 pages.
ISBN: 0345420683.
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This picturesque look at the world of
Star Wars will be sure to please lovers of the Star
Wars books and motion pictures. The book
provides a detailed look at one hundred planets
in the Star Wars realm including details
of each planet's solar system,
inhabitants, terrain and other points of interest. Each
planet review also includes interesting creatures that
roam the planet as well as a brief history of the
planet and the planet's role in Star Wars fiction.
A great gift for Star Wars fans.
Return to the August 1998 issue of The IWJ.
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