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The moment of eclipse

by Brian Aldiss

This collection comprises fourteen science fiction and fantasy short stories exploring various future scenarios, ranging from satire to speculative drama. It includes the story Super-Toys Last All Summer Long.

Accession 8865 ISBN 0586037764 Publisher Panther
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