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Science fiction monsters

by A. E. van Vogt, Forrest Ackerman

This volume offers a detailed biography of science fiction pioneer Forrest J Ackerman, accompanied by a comprehensive bibliography of his diverse published works, a complete filmography, and a selection of archival photographs.

Accession 9102 ISBN — Publisher Paperback Library
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