A Sound of Thunder and Other Stories
In Ray Bradbury's 'A Sound of Thunder and Other Stories,' readers are transported to a world where the boundaries of time and imagination intertwine. The gripping title story explores the tantalizing consequences of time travel, revealing how a single misstep can alter the course of history. Other tales unearth the wonders and horrors of human existence, blending science fiction with poignant reflections on life. As Bradbury deftly crafts each narrative, he invites us to ponder our choices and their ripple effects on the universe. Dive into this collection to experience the thrill of his prophetic visions and see how they resonate with our own reality.
By Ray Bradbury
Published: 2005
"We have made a world that we cannot control, and it is a beautiful yet perilous place."
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With his disarmingly simple style and complex imagination, Ray Bradbury has seized the minds of American readers for decades.This collection showcases thirty-two of Bradbury's most famous tales in which he lays bare the depths of the human soul. The thrilling title story, A Sound of Thunder, tells of a hunter sent on safari -- sixty million years in the past. But all it takes is one wrong step in the prehistoric jungle to stamp out the life of a delicate and harmless butterfly -- and possibly something else much closer to home ...
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Ray Bradbury
Ray Bradbury (1920-2012) was an acclaimed American author known for his contributions to the genre of science fiction and fantasy. His most notable works include 'Fahrenheit 451', 'The Martian Chronicles', and 'Something Wicked This Way Comes', which showcase his ability to blend poetic language with profound social commentary. Bradbury's writing is characterized by imaginative storytelling, lyrical prose, and a deep exploration of human nature and the consequences of technological advancement. Throughout his career, he received numerous awards, including the Pulitzer Prize Special Citation, the Bram Stoker Award, and the National Medal of Arts.
Book Details
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- Authors
- Ray Bradbury
- Published
- August 2005
- Publisher
- William Morrow Paperbacks
- ISBN
- 0060785691
- Language
- English
- Pages
- 352
- Genres
- Short StoriesTime TravelScience Fiction
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