Chris Bunch war ein amerikanischer Autor von Science-Fiction, Fantasy und Drehbüchern für das Fernsehen. Seine Werke erforschen oft Themen galaktischer Imperien und heroischer Figuren und schöpfen aus seinen militärischen Erfahrungen, um realistische und fesselnde Erzählungen zu gestalten. Er entwickelte einen ausgeprägten Stil, der sich durch starken erzählerischen Antrieb und komplexen Weltenbau auszeichnet, der den Leser eintaucht. Bunchs Schreiben befasst sich häufig mit den psychologischen Auswirkungen von Konflikten und der Reaktion des Einzelnen unter extremem Druck.
Set three thousand years in the future, the Sten novels follow a street-wise orphan who transcends his grim beginnings on a factory planet to become the trusted ally of the Universe's most powerful ruler, known as "The Eternal Emperor." This collection features the concluding two installments of the series, VORTEX and EMPIRE'S END, marking the thrilling culmination of a celebrated space opera that has captivated millions of readers worldwide.
Set in a distant future, the series follows a resilient orphan who rises from a life of hardship on a factory planet to become the formidable aide to the Universe's most powerful figure, known as "The Eternal Emperor." This collection includes the first three novels, immersing readers in a classic space opera filled with adventure and intrigue as the protagonist navigates a universe of political machinations and personal challenges.
Fleet of the Damned, Revenge of the Damned, Return of the Emperor
Set three thousand years in the future, the series follows a street-smart orphan who rises from a factory planet to become the loyal enforcer of the Universe's most powerful leader, known as "The Eternal Emperor." This collection brings together the first three novels, immersing readers in a thrilling space opera filled with adventure and intrigue as the protagonist navigates a vast and complex universe. The series is celebrated for its engaging characters and epic storytelling, making it a landmark in science fiction literature.
Im Lupus-Cluster, einem abgelegenen Sternenhaufen, kämpfen zwei Sekten erbittert um den Glauben. Der Ewige Imperator hat bisher nicht eingegriffen, doch die Transportwege sind bedroht. Sten und sein Gefährte Alex sollen für Stabilität sorgen und versuchen, die beiden Theokratien zu stürzen, während sie in den Konflikt hineingezogen werden.
An omnibus of books seven and eight in this fast-paced military SF series, full of action, adventure and intrigue, from the undisputed masters of the genre. Perfect for fans of Jack Campbell and Dan Abnett.
An omnibus edition of the first three books in this fast-paced military SF series, full of action, adventure and intrigue, from the undisputed masters of military SF.
The Star Risk, Ltd. team has a standing objective: "We'll do anything for money." And when they're hired by a political top gun to clear his assassinated father's name, wealth beyond their wildest dreams is finally within their grasp...if they can stay alive long enough to forge the check.
STORM OF WINGS: When the uneasy peace of the three kingdoms is threatened by war, Hal's dream of riding dragons becomes reality. For this is a conflict like no other. For the first time, wild dragons have become living weapons, ridden by men of cold daring and ruthless ambition. And the greatest of them is Hal Kailas. Dragonmaster.KNIGHTHOOD OF THE DRAGON: When he first dreamed of riding a dragon to war, Hal Keilas was laughed at. Then the war between the kingdoms of Deraine, Sagene and Roche compelled a solution daring beyond their people's wildest dreams. But Hal, Dragonmaster, knows that the war and the killing have only begun.THE LAST BATTLE: As predicted, with the end of the war both dragon fliers and dragons have been cast aside. However, what or who is savaging the dragons in their native lands? Hal embarks on a new crusade, and discovers a threat, not just to the dragons but to man himself.
Hal Kailas has grown into a battle-hardened Dragonmaster, but his old enemies have returned, and even with all his skill and the help of the dragons, he may not be able to triumph in the ultimate battle for the fate of the world. By the author of Storm of Wings and Knighthood of the Dragon. Original. 20,000 first printing.
Njangu Yoshitaro schleicht sich als Spion der Legion in die Regierungskreise des tyrannischen Herrschers Alena Redruth ein. Er bemüht sich, die intriganten Höflinge gegeneinander auszuspielen, doch die Zeit drängt, denn das Misstrauen des Diktators wächst ...
