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Read Ebook {PDF EPUB} Free Space by Brad Linaweaver ISBN 13: 9780312859572 Read Ebook {PDF EPUB} Free Space by Brad Linaweaver ISBN 13: 9780312859572. A group of writers including Poul Anderson, John Barnes, Gregory Benford, Ray Bradbury, and others offers stories about the twenty-third century, where individual societies outside of Earth have evolved into a galactic federation without formalized government known as Free Space. "synopsis" may belong to another edition of this title. This is a libertarianist anthology of (mostly) original stories that, depending on your tastes, can be too narrowly focused or wonderfully concentrated. The "Free Space" in the title is just that: a loose federation of space habitats that has no central government. Free enterprise rules, and the editors let 20 authors ranging from William F. Buckley Jr. to William F. Wu have their way with it. The result is mixed, but on the whole successful, and it definitely makes for interesting reading. Several of the writers are winners of the Libertarian Futurist Society's Prometheus Award. From the Publisher : "It's been a long time coming--in fact, an anthology like Free Space is long overdue--but it was worth the wait. Don't miss this." --F. Paul Wilson. "Editors Linaweaver and Kramer have assembled twenty original, mostly satirical stories by both well-known writers and newcomers in what is surely the only libertarian SF anthology ever printed. There are no weak entries. Nimble and clever throughout." -- Booklist. "Original anthology of libertarian SF stories set in a consistent timeline going three hundred years into the future, by noted authors including Poul Anderson, Gregroy Benford, Robert J. Sawyer, many of whom transcend the so-called libertarian theme." -- Locus. "An intriguing collection by some of the genre's best writers; recommended." -- Library Journal. "A collection of mostly original stories written around the premise of a libertarian society of space traders. The stories reflect an idealism of freedom-loving men roving space vs. gravity-constrained groundhogs. There is a long tradition of this in science fiction, mostly inspired by Heinlein." -- Denver Post. Free Space by Brad Linaweaver. September 1, 2019. Writes Butler Shaffer: It is sad to report the death of yet another prominent libertarian science-fiction writer. Brad Linaweaver died on August 29 th , just three days shy of his 67 th birthday. A very thoughtful, creative, individual with a sharp sense of humor, Brad was involved not just in the writing of novels, but in writing, producing, and even performing in independent films. His best known novel, Moon of Ice, won the highly-respected Prometheus Award, while he also co-edited the libertarian sci-fi anthology Free Space, and published the movie magazine Mondo Cult. He traveled in the company of such science-fiction writers as Robert Heinlein, Isaac Asimov, Ray Bradbury, and even his friend William F. Buckley, Jr. One of his early articles – arguing for capitalism over socialism – was publicly praised by then president Ronald Reagan. Later in life, he wrote a book on how he had been wrong in supporting the Iraq War. Prior to its publication, he spoke at an LA supper club about his change in thinking. His patience was demonstrated – and certainly tested – as two attendees sat through his entire talk waving two small American flags and humming the “Star Spangled Banner.” He was calm and reasonable as he ignored them, winning over the rest of the audience in the process. Our family enjoyed his visits to our home, as well as the talks he gave at libertarian supper-clubs. He was a good friend who could always be counted upon to raise ideas and questions that provoked deeper thought, far beyond the superficial one-liners such as “the government is no damned good!” The intelligent conversations, and his charming presence, will be missed. Free Space by Brad Linaweaver. ANARQUIA - a libertarian alternate history of the Spanish Civil War by Brad Linaweaver and J. Kent Hastings. "Anarquia is incredible and wonderful!" - Ray Bradbury. "The most gonzo alternate history idea." - Harry Turtledove. Cover by Kelly Freas. Brad publishes a pop culture magazine called MONDO CULT (Editor: Jessie Lilley, website: www.mondocult.com). Not only was issue #2 nominated for 4 Rando Hatton awards, but it also has Brad's exclusive and extensive interview with Traci Lords from Dragon*Con (that's her and Brad above - photo by Caran Wilbanks). The Covers for just a few of Brad's Books. (click on any of the above to see a larger version of each cover as well as purchasing information) His non-fiction has appeared in a wide diversity of publications, including NATIONAL REVIEW , CHRONICLES , REASON , THE AGORIST QUARTERLY , FAMOUS MONSTERS OF FILMLAND , CULT MOVIES , WONDER , FILMFAX , FEMME FATALES and THE ATLANTA JOURNAL/CONSTITUTION . As an editor, he has co-edited WEIRD MENACE with movie producer Fred Olen Ray (click on Fred's name to go to his site, which is where you can also purchase a copy of WEIRD MENACE ) and FREE SPACE with Dragon*Con's own Ed Kramer (click on the book title to read a review of FREE SPACE ). He also did editorial work on the special Heinlein tribute issue of NEW LIBERTARIAN . Some of Brad's media credits include an adaptation of two Poe stories for Horror House (which was subsequently broadcast on NPR) and original story credits on Fred Olen Ray's JACK-O and THE BRAIN LEECHES . Brad adapted A.E. Van Vogt's THE WEAPONS SHOP for the Atlanta Radio Theatre Company, and Brad's story, THE COMPETITOR , was adapted by Atlanta's own Bill Ritch and is currently available from the Atlanta Radio Theatre Company, along with Brad's own adaptation of Heinlein's THE MAN WHO TRAVELLED IN ELEPHANTS starring Harlan Ellison and introduced by Ray Bradbury! On the same program is Bill's adaptation of Brad's own Hollywood ghost story, A REAL BABE starring Brinke Stevens. One of his screenwriting credits is for the script of the interactive movie, TERROR AT TATE MANOR . His story, HER MORBID DESIRES was adapted by producer Ed Plumb for the horror comedy anthology film, THE BONEYARD COLLECTION . Brad also wrote the original story for THE LOW BUDGET TIME MACHINE . Brad has also made cameo appearances in the feature films ATTACK OF THE SIXTY FOOT CENTERFOLD , CYBERZONE , POSSESSED BY THE NIGHT , MASSEUSE , and DARK SECRETS . And yes, he once did a scene with Kato Kaelin before he became America's most famous houseguest (Kato, not Brad). And, of course, along with collaborator Dafydd ab Hugh, he is one-half of the creative force behind the best-selling DOOM novels . (click on any of the above to see a larger version of each cover) Giant floating heads that spit ball lightning! Angry, red minotaurs! Zombies, flying skulls with razor teeth, killer ghosts! Alien brains riding robot spider-bodies . This is the stuff of nightmare, and the core of the phenomenally successful video game from id Software that inspired many of today's most popular video gore fests. When Pocket Books went into business with id to produce a series of science fiction novels based on DOOM , no one could have predicted the tremendous success that followed. Brad and his co-author, Dafydd, hit the best seller lists and were reviewed in USA TODAY and GENTLEMAN'S QUARTERLY , as well as the top gaming and computer magazines. Linaweaver and ab Hugh took a plotless game with no characters and created heroes and heroines that spoke to the teenage audience of the game, as well as the science fiction readers who discovered the book independently of the game. Nothing like this had ever happened before. The adventures of Corporal Flynn Taggart, U. S. Marine Corps, and his buds, fellow Marine Arlene, and Albert and Jill (as well as the other gutsy humans who refuse to surrender to hordes of alien monsters) make the DOOM books space opera for the nineties. Beginning on the moons of Mars, moving to the wasteland that once was Earth, then back out to space, to the end of the solar system and then beyond to a galactic battleground . there's nothing more exciting than DOOM . There were only four adventures and one movie with The Rock! Write to Pocket Books! Write to Id! Demand more novels! Keep the flame burning! With original series star Richard Hatch (Captain Apollo), Brad Linaweaver has co-written three BATTLESTAR GALACTICA novels based on the original series. He is currently working with Richard on a new space epic, MAGELLAN . Richard Hatch is on the new BATTLESTAR GALACTICA as Tom Zarek. Brad can be reached by email at [email protected] (just click on his email address to send him email) or via his voicemail at (310) 281- 6739. DOOM is a trademark of id Software, Inc. Pocket Books is a division of Simon & Schuster, the publishing operation of Viacom Inc. Free Space. by Edward E. Kramer (Editor), Brad Linaweaver (Editor) Other authors: Dafydd ab Hugh (Contributor), Poul Anderson (Contributor), John Barnes (Contributor), Gregory Benford (Contributor), Ray Bradbury (Contributor) — 14 more , William F. Buckley (Contributor), Arthur Byron Cover (Contributor), Peter Crowther (Contributor), John Dechancie (Contributor), James P. Hogan (Contributor), Victor Koman (Contributor), Brad Linaweaver (Contributor), Jared Lobdell (Contributor), Wendy McElroy (Contributor), William Alan Ritch (Contributor), Robert J. Sawyer (Contributor), J. Neil Schulman (Contributor), L. Neil Smith (Contributor), William F. Wu (Contributor) Recently added by ArchStanton, steven_R, Anarchyvist, dean, FinchamFamily, Adolf_Ledesma, RandyStafford, almalena, FredKiesche, wingkitty. Sign up for LibraryThing to find out whether you'll like this book. No current Talk conversations about this book. On the whole I found this anthology disappointing, and it won't be keeping its place on my bookshelves.
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